Bridges have always been an important part of infrastructure, connecting cities, countries, and continents. Over the years, engineers have been pushing the limits of bridge design, constructing structures that are not only functional but also visually stunning. One of the key measures of a bridge’s greatness is its height, and several bridges around the world have set records for being the tallest. This table lists the top 10 tallest bridges in the world, along with their notable features and interesting facts. From China to France, these bridges are a testament to the ingenuity and creativity of the human mind.
Tallest Bridges in the World |
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| Rank | Name | Country | Height (m) | Year | Fact |
| 1. | Duge Bridge (Beipanjiang Bridge Duge) | China | 565 | 2016 | Highest bridge in the world |
| 2. | Sidu River Bridge | China | 496 | 2009 | World’s highest bridge until 2016 |
| 3. | Beipanjiang Bridge Guanxing | China | 423 | 2021 | Highest bridge in the world for vehicles |
| 4. | Baluarte Bridge | Mexico | 403 | 2013 | Tallest cable-stayed bridge in the world |
| 5. | Millau Viaduct | France | 343 | 2004 | Tallest bridge in the European Union |
| 6. | Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge | Turkey | 322 | 2016 | Tallest bridge in Turkey |
| 7. | Russky Bridge | Russia | 320.9 | 2012 | Longest cable-stayed bridge in the world |
| 8. | Sutong Bridge | China | 306 | 2008 | Tallest bridge in Asia |
| 9. | Pont de Normandie | France | 214 | 1995 | Tallest bridge in the world upon completion |
| 10. | Great Belt Bridge East | Denmark | 202 | 1998 | Tallest bridge in Europe |
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