Magere Brug

by Piet Kramer · 1934

Amstel River/Nieuwe Kerkstraat, Netherlands

Magere Brug is a bridge in Amsterdam, completed in 1934, notable for its design and setting. It is associated with Piet Kramer, and the project reflects a considered approach to form, materials, and use. In practical terms, The Magere Brug (Skinny Bridge) is a bascule bridge built in 1934. Overall, It is named Skinny Bridge because the old version used to be so narrow that it was hard for two pedestrians to pass each other.

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