Bridge Name: | Jules Wijdenbosch Bridge |
Also Known As: | Suriname Bridge |
Carries: | 2-lane wide highway (East-West Link) |
Crosses: | Suriname river |
Locale: | North Suriname |
Open: | 20 May 2000 |
The Jules Wijdenbosch Bridge (Dutch: Jules Wijdenboschbrug), also called Suriname bridge and known locally as Bosje Brug, is a bridge over the Suriname River between the capital city Paramaribo and Meerzorg in the Commewijne District. The bridge is part of the East-West Link, and is named after former president Jules Wijdenbosch. Constructed by Dutch constructor Ballast-Nedam, the bridge has two lanes, is 1504 metres long, and was opened on 20 May 2000.