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Ganter Bridge

Ganter Bridge is a multi-span reinforced-concrete road bridge that is the second longest spanning bridge in Switzerland after Poya Bridge. It spans the Ganter River valley and is located along the Simplon Pass road about 10 km (6 mi) south of Brig in the canton of Valais, Switzerland. It was designed by renowned Swiss civil engineer Christian Menn and completed in 1980. It is notable for its innovative design and it…

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1980

Ried-Brig, Ried-Brig, Switzerland

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Christian Menn

1927-2018 · Chur, Graubunden, Switzerland

Role: lead architect

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Christian Menn was a renowned Swiss civil engineer and bridge designer. He was involved in the construction of around 100 bridges worldwide, but the focus of his work was in eastern Switzerland, especially in canton Graubünden. He continued the tradition of and had a decisive influence on Swiss bridge building. The te…

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Christian Menn

studio · Chur, Graubunden, Switzerland

Role: designer

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