Farinet Footbridge

Farinet Footbridge
Passerelle à Farinet
Saillon, Valais, Switzerland
446 feet high / 136 meters high
318 foot span / 97 meter span
2001

Image by Peter Berger.

The second highest footbridge in Europe, Switzerland’s Farinet bridge crosses an extremely steep chasm that is sure to scare those with weak knees. Only Niouc - also in Switzerland - is higher among European footbridges. Plan on a hike of several hours to reach the bridge and return. You can see some videos here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5TsmDgSM2Ig&NR=1 and http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCaTTnml8n0&feature=related

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Farinet Footbridge Elevation

Farinet Footbridge satellite image.