Szechenyi Lanchid ( Chain Bridge ) is a beautiful chain bridge that span the mighty River Danube in Budapest and connects Buda and Pest. The bridge was designed by English engineer William Tierney Clark and built by Scottish engineer Adam Clark and was at the time the first permanent bridge to span the River Danube with construction starting in 1840 and the bridge opening in 1849 . This classic chain suspension bridge has a length of 375 metres and is 14.8 metres wide ,the bridge was named in honour of it's biggest supporter Istvan Szechenyi but is known to one and all as " Chain Bridge" . I love walking across this bridge ,the views of the River Danube are amazing ,the views of both Buda and Pest are spectacular and you can view the other great bridges that span this most famous of rivers ,if you're planning a holiday to Budapest it's a must go destination.

Opened in 1849, Budapest’s magnificent suspension bridge connects the Buda (West) and Pest (Eastern) sides of the city, arching over the River Danube. Designed by an English engineer & built by a Scot, the bridge is a symbol of national pride & economic advancement. In World War II, the bridge was blown up on 18 January 1945 by the retreating Germans during the Siege of Budapest, with only the towers remaining. It was rebuilt & reopened in 1949.

When completed in 1849, this Budapest landmark was recognized for its innovative engineering. It underwent renovations from 2021 to August 2023. The bridge continues to be admired for its rich architecture. I walked across the bridge to board the Funicular for a ride to Castle Hill.

Over the past few years the bridge has been renovated, and as one of the many bridges on the Danube, that connects Buda and Pest, it is both impressive in both the day and evening times. Visited on Easter Monday, when parts do the city have traffic restrictions allowed easier photos without the usual traffic flowing . Lit up at night

A beautiful bridge which connects Buda to Pest from Buda Castle side (Buda) to Hungarian parliament side (Pest). It is very well built and is nice for walking. You get to see other bridges and attractions while walking on this bridge.

Budapest is famous for its bridges - there're several very nice ones, but the Chain bridge is the most magnificent one. Bridge is a work of art with two triumphal arches like pilons on each side. It has only one lane in each direction, as well the pedestrian path. Do come both, day and night.

On Sunday 28th July, 2024, we arrived at Budapest on a TUI River Cruiser. It was very hot and in the afternoon boarded a tram to the wonderful Chain Bridge. There are several bridges in Budapest over the Danube but this is the most famous. It was designed by English engineer William Tierney Clark. The bridge has a pedestrian path on either side with a single lane each way for the busy traffic. Of course it links Buda to Pest (West to East). Great views from the bridge of the Parliament and many other famous buildings on either side of the river. At night we had a cruise up the Danube and saw all bridges and many attractions illuminated - what a lovely sight. The Chain Bridge is well worth a visit if you come to Budapest.

The Szechenyi Chain Bridge is beautiful and historic and is an iconic site in Budapest. It was an architectural marvel when it was built in 1849 and was the first bridge across the Danube in Hungary connecting Buda and Pest. It was rebuilt after WWII as the original was blown up by the retreating Germans with only the towers standing. If the lions that guard each end of the bridge look familiar, they are the same design that was installed at Trafalgar Square in London around 20 years later. There are several ways to experience the bridge. It is easy to walk across on your way to Castle Hill as there is a pedestrian path. Views from the Danube embankment or from a boat cruise on the Danube are terrific. The bridge is particularly stunning at night when illuminated especially with Buda Castle in the background.