BLOUKRANS BRIDGE is one of the world’s highest commercial bridge at 216 metres (709 ft) above the Bloukrans River. It is situated at on the N2 Highway at the border between the Eastern Cape and the Western Cape in the Tsitsikamma area of South Africa’s Garden Route.
This bridge crosses the Bloukrans River in South Africa. The river forms the boundary between the Eastern Cape and the Western Cape, two out of South Africa’s nine provinces.
The concrete bridge was completed in 1984. It is the world’s highest single-arch bridge. Also, it is the largest and longest bridge in Africa and it’s one of the highest bridges in the world.
The mere mention of the bridge, Bloukrans puts a massive grin on the faces of adrenaline junkies from all over the world and it is no wonder. Not only is this a gorgeous bridge from where to enjoy breath-takingly beautiful views of the Garden Route, it is also the highest commercial bungy jump on the planet.
Needless to say, it also allows for absolutely exquisite, uninterrupted views of the valleys and mountains of the Garden Route, promising the ideal photo opportunities. Walking tours are also conducted along this walkway to allow groups to see these gorgeous views with the help and insight of an experienced guide.
The Bloukrans River Bridge has also hosted a number of celebrities from around the world, so keep an eye out for familiar faces.
Its excellent locale puts the Bloukrans Bridge in the perfect position for a number of other tourist attractions and towns that are well worth the visit. Nature’s Valley and the rest of the Tsitsikamma are absolutely amazing to check out and are full of outdoor adventures such as zip-lining, tubing down the river, and horse riding.
So, while Bloukrans Bridge is an attraction in its own right, it is also worth a visit on your way to your ultimate destination.