An amazing place in Russia: Mokrin Railway Bridge

The Mokrin Railway Bridge over the Utka River in Chuvashia was built in the early 20th century. It once connected Moscow and Kazan, but is now in disrepair. In photographs taken last summer, it looks just like this. However, things may still change.

There is a version that the arch viaduct was designed by German engineer Gerhard Schumacher during World War I. According to another version, its construction is linked to Russian engineer Grigory Petrovich Perederiy, dating back to 1913-1917. Regardless, by the time construction was completed, the Mokrin Bridge was considered the second largest concrete structure in Europe.

The bridge rests on 16 concrete columns, forming 15 arch spans. Its length is 379 meters, height is 34 meters, and width is 4 meters. It looks majestic and grand, reminiscent of the sets from a Harry Potter movie.

During World War II, the bridge was a strategic object, and people were strictly forbidden to walk under it at night, otherwise they risked being shot by the guard soldiers.

Until 1986, the viaduct was used for its intended purpose. Then a new railway line and bridge were built for "straightening the path," after which traffic on the old bridge was closed and the rails were removed. The place began to fall into disrepair.

In modern times, the site attracts road travelers and rope jumpers who jump from heights on a rope.

In August 2020, the authorities of Chuvashia announced plans to improve the Mokrin Bridge and include it in a tourist route. Perhaps infrastructure will emerge around it, making visits to this attraction more comfortable.

Would you like to see this unusual structure with your own eyes?

Thanks to the travelers who explored the viaduct during their honeymoon in 2020 for the provided photographs.