Vasco da Gama Bridge
CountryPortugal
Year Built1998
Total Length12,345 m
Main Span420 m
TypeCable-stayed
About Vasco da Gama Bridge
The longest bridge in Europe. Crosses the Tagus River near Lisbon. Named for the 500th anniversary of Vasco da Gamas voyage to India. Designed to withstand a 250-year earthquake. The viaduct section has 135 m expansion joints for earthquake movement.