Beckholmsbron [SEP] named after
Beckholmsbron
Beckholmsbron () is a wooden bridge in central Stockholm, Sweden, connecting the two islands Djurgården and Beckholmen.
Originally built in 1848–1858 when the first docks were constructed on Beckholmen, Beckholmsbron is the only remaining wooden bridge in Stockholm still used by heavy vehicles. It was repaired several times before the Royal Djurgården Administration had it rebuilt in 1992. The Stockholm City Museum have classified the bridge as a historical monument. The current name was made official in 1961.
After its completion in 1862 the bridge gradually started
A maritime museum displaying the only intact 17th-century ship. One of the most visited museums in Scandinavia.
- "Villa Solbacken" - Prince Bertil's former house, now owned by Prince Carl Philip.
- "Blockhusudden" - Prince Carl Philip's current home.
Transport.
Ways to get there include by foot, by tram from Sergels torg or by boat from Nybroplan, Skeppsholmen or Slussen. Nearby subway stations include Karlaplan metro station.
See also.
- Beckholmsbron
- Djurgårdens IF