New Hakaniemi Bridge POV Bike Ride (Hakaniemensilta) || Here in Helsinki

Ride the new bike path on the Hakaniemi Bridge (Hakaniemensilta) from Merihaka to Kruununhaka (north to south).
Originally opened in 1961, the old Hakaniemi Bridge was replaced by a new structure in May 2024. The New Hakaniemi Bridge was built to make way for the Crown Bridges Light Rail, which enables massive redevelopment of the Siltavuorensalmi strait waterfront. The new bridge provides improved safety and accessibility for all road users. The western Baana-rated bike path will be opened after the old bridge has been fully demolished.
00:00 Intro
00:14 Sörnäisten rantatie / Sörnäs strandväg
00:47 Merihaankatu / Havshagsgatan
01:15 Hakaniemensilta / Hagnäsbron
01:50 Pohjoisranta / Norra kajen
02:19 Outro
|| LOCATION
Hakaniemensilta
Siltavuorensalmi, Helsinki, Finland
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[@smarkasmc]

If there were no private cars, cities would be more quiet and peaceful. A nice wide bike path. Thanks for posting 🙂🌅🌻

[@hereinhelsinki]

Thanks for watching and leaving a comment! Those glass panels do wonders when comparing to the sound levels on the old bridge. 😁

[@markuserikssen]

Looks quite neat, I must say. Based on the bike/electric scooter traffic volume, the bike lanes seem a bit narrow at some points, especially near the bridge. Also a missed opportunity to give bike paths a distinct color, like the red asphalt used in The Netherlands or the blue ones used in Denmark. The crossing in the beginning could use a bike/pedestrian tunnel or bridge, to make the traffic flow better for everyone. It's also better for safety reasons. Anyhow, keep up the good work Helsinki!

[@hereinhelsinki]

Thanks Markus! The wider side of the bridge is paved in red asphalt since it is part of the Baana network. Interestingly this "Itäbaana" was originally going to switch sides under the bridge, but due to safety concerns this plan was scrapped and it will instead cross at level with the light rail and car traffic. You can actually see the future Baana route just after the rails. We shall see how people choose the recommended route (with bike-friendly light cycle🤞) vs. the zigzag shortcut under the bridge. With all the curbs and blind spots it could become even more dangerous than the original plan. 🤷

[@markuserikssen]

@@hereinhelsinki Thanks for sharing this background information. It's going to be interesting to see how this develops.