Margaret Bridge
Margaret Bridge, or Margit híd, is Budapest’s second-oldest public bridge and a remarkable feat of 19th-century engineering, designed by French engineer Ernest Goüin and completed in 1876. Spanning the Danube, it uniquely connects both Buda and Pest while also providing direct access to Margaret Island with its distinctive V-shaped, three-way design—an architectural solution that elegantly merges city and island. The bridge’s six steel arches rest on massive stone piers, and the pillars are decorated with ornate sculptures, including galley prows and winged female figureheads, adding to its visual appeal. Margaret Bridge has witnessed significant historical events, including a tragic explosion in 1944 during World War II that claimed hundreds of lives and led to its postwar reconstruction using original materials where possible. A major renovation from 2009 to 2011 restored its neo-baroque elegance while reinforcing its structure for modern use. Walking or riding across the bridge offers sweeping views of the Danube, Parliament, and Margaret Island, making it a scenic and vital link in Budapest’s urban landscape.
Budapest HungaryMargaret Bridge, or Margit híd in Hungarian, is located in Budapest, connecting Buda and Pest across the Danube River, while also linking to Margaret Island. The bridge's unique V-shape is due to its connection to the island, with an angle of 165 degrees at the embankment. Its two ends are Jászai Mari tér and Germanus Gyula park. Nearby: Margaret Island: A tranquil oasis with gardens, scenic pathways, and recreational activities, featuring landmarks like the Musical Fountain, Palatinus Baths, and a Franciscan Monastery ruin Hungarian Parliament: A stunning neo-Gothic building dominating the Pest side's skyline, about a 10-15 minute walk from the bridge Shoes on the Danube Bank: A poignant memorial to Jewish victims of World War II, located near the Parliament building Batthyány tér: A square on the Buda side offering great views of the Parliament building, especially at night Buda Castle and Matthias Church: Historic landmarks visible from the bridge on the Buda side You can access Margaret Bridge by metro (Line 2, Batthyány tér station), tram (lines 4 and 6), bus (lines 9, 15, and 91), or on foot/bike using MOL Bubi bikes.
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