Czechoslovakia. Sky Bridge 721 stretches for 721 meters (about 2,365 feet) and hangs 95 meters (about 311 feet) above the valley below.
Ready for a walk on the very high side?
What is billed as the longest pedestrian suspension bridge in the world is now open for thrill-seekers in the Czech Republic. And while going for a leisurely stroll across a footbridge may not exactly sound like heart-pumping adventure, this particular bridge is special.
The Sky Bridge 721, named after its 721-meter (2,365 feet) length, just opened for visitors after nearly two years of construction. The bridge spans the distance between two ridges in the mountains of the Dolni Morava village in the northeast section of the country, near the border with Poland. It stands at an altitude of more than 3,610 feet above sea level. At its peak, the footbridge is 312 feet above the valley below.
Those brave souls who take the daunting walk are rewarded with what must be breathtaking — not to mention Instagrammable — views of the surrounding Jeseníky mountains. Of course, it may be tough to take in those sweet views if you’re too scared to open your eyes, so if heights are an issue for you, maybe sit this one out.
Construction of the Sky Bridge took about two years at a cost of roughly $8.3 million. Some critics are not happy about the newest addition to the local landscape. They say the bridge is too big and invasive, and others are concerned the bridge will lead to the Dolni Morava, a village said to have less than 500 residents, being overrun with tourists.
Czech tourism industry officials, however, say luring visitors is exactly what they hope the footbridge does.
A maximum of 500 people will eventually be allowed on the bridge at any one time, but only half that amount will be allowed for the first two weeks as authorities try to accommodate what they expect to be large crowds. Before heading up there, be sure to check wind conditions.
The Sky Bridge will be closed to pedestrians if winds reach 84 mph, although considering category 1 Hurricane-level winds begin at 74 mph, we would probably play it even safer and pass if winds even approached 70.
If you’re interested in going and taking a stroll across the bridge, note that Dolni Morava is in the northeast part of the Czech Republic, about 125 miles east of Prague. Driving from Prague to Dolni Morava will take you about two hours and 30 minutes. You can also take a roughly four-hour train ride from Prague which will cost you between £16-£25 each way.
An integral part of the educational trail is a light fortification construction (colloquially known as a “řopík”) at the beginning of the game, where visitors continue along a 2-kilometre long trail with educational panels. A total of 8 educational panels and a connected interactive game with tasks are thematically and chronologically ordered so that, after an undemanding walk along marked routes taking about one hour, every visitor will return to the present. That is, back to the starting point by the Slaměnka lodge.
Sky Bridge 721 will transport visitors from the present into the past to the period between 1938 and 2021. An engaging story is told by a 16-year-old boy who, against the backdrop of real events in our country’s history and reality connected with the local countryside and region, discovers answers and hidden truths in his own family from Dolní Morava. A unique script, custom recorded video scenes and an interactive reality on your phone’s display transform a simple trip to the ridge of Chlum Mountain into something extraordinary.
How do I get to Sky Bridge 721?
You will find the entrance to Sky Bridge 721 behind the Slaměnka mountain lodge by the upper station of the Sněžník chairlift, which will comfortably take you to the entrance point.
When planning a trip to Sky Bridge 721, allow for 2 HOURS from the time of parking your car to the time you enter the bridge.
BY CHAIRLIFT – we recommend using the chairlift, which will take you comfortably to the point of entry.
BY WALK OR BY BIKE – The recommended route leads from the Wellness Hotel Vista along the slopes to the entrance gate to the bridge. The length of the route is 4 kilometres with an elevation gain of 368 metres. Suitable only for families with children with a sports pram. Route available here.
The way across Sky Bridge 721 suspension bridge is ONE WAY and after exiting the bridge, it will take you back to the entry point along the 2 km long Bridge of Time Educational Trail connected with a game with augmented reality elements for adults and children.
The Educational Trail Bridge of Time is an integral part of your trip, one that you will not forget.
The total trip length 1.5 hours (Sky Bridge 721 + Educational Trail + game)
Restrictions to entering Sky Bridge 721
Dogs and other pets are not permitted on the bridge.
Prams and pushchairs are not permitted on the bridge.
Due to the width of the walkway (1.2 metres), the bridge is not accessible for wheelchairs, prams or pushchairs, or bikes.
Children of all ages and heights may enter the bridge.
We do not recommend entry for people who are afraid of heights with accompanying feelings of dizziness, shaking of the head, feelings of fainting and inability to move.
How can I buy a ticket?
Tickets for the bridge MUST BE BOUGHT IN ADVANCE ONLINE at our e-shop.
If you register on our e-shop, you will get the best price on your tickets.
When buying a ticket, you ALWAYS CHOOSE THE APPROXIMATE TIME FOR ENTRY TO THE BRIDGE at 30-minute intervals, which will ensure that you enter at the time you require.
The next option is to shop at the self-service cash registers in the new customer care centre (from June 2022) or in the self-service kiosk directly at the entrance gate to Sky Bridge 721 – you always choose the approximate time of entry.
