Project Description:

Groundbreaking 42m FRP pedestrian and bicycle bridge. Unique composite architecture. Largest span of this type and superstructure of advanced composite materials, more complex than built to date with vacuum infusion technology, resulting in an extremely low maintenance full FRP structure with extreme durability. Prefabricated and final installation in 1 hour.

Judges Comments

The Paradis Bridge in Bergen, Norway, is a groundbreaking 42m full FRP pedestrian and bicycle bridge, featuring a lightweight, durable composite truss design using hybrid carbon and glass fibre materials. Prefabricated with vacuum infusion technology, it offers good durability, minimal maintenance and rapid installation in just one hour. The bridge enhances community safety and sustainability, exemplifying advanced composite technology in infrastructure with meticulous engineering, quality control, and a striking architectural design reflecting local colours and identity.

Structural Designer

FiReCo

Location

Bergen, Norway