Vasco da Gama Bridge (Ponte Vasco da Gama)

Stretching 11 miles (18 kilometers) over the Tagus Estuary in Lisbon, the Vasco da Gama Bridge (Ponte Vasco da Gama) stands as Europe’s longest bridge. Constructed in just 18 months by a workforce of approximately 3,300, this cable-stayed structure is a testament to modern engineering. Designed to alleviate traffic on the 25th of April Bridge (Ponte 25 de Abril), the Vasco da Gama Bridge offers a vital and efficient route for travelers. Today, visitors can marvel at its sleek design and the expansive views it provides of the estuary and the city skyline.