Queen Emma Bridge

Bridge · Willemstad

Queen Emma Bridge

Bridge · Willemstad
Kon. Emmabrug, Willemstad, Curaçao

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Highlights

Called the Swinging Old Lady, this 1888 pontoon pedestrian bridge opens laterally for passing ships.  

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Kon. Emmabrug, Willemstad, Curaçao Get directions

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Features

wheelchair accessible parking lot
wheelchair accessible entrance

Last updated

Mar 4, 2025

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Chava F

Google
Beautiful landmark to cover when visiting Curacao. The view us amazing. It was interesting watching the bridge close to allow a cruise ship to pass too.

Kimberly Pham

Google
I find it fascinating to observe the bridge in motion and enjoy walking on it—it's quite enjoyable. The Christmas decorations illuminate beautifully in the night. The bridge is well-maintained, and it's possible to stay on it during swings. Constructed with wood and steel, it also offers a complimentary ferry option when not in operation.

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It's the most amazing bridge ever 😀 it's a floating bridge that moves when it needs to pass ships or smaller boats into the channel. If you're lucky, maybe you will get the opportunity to see it moving while you are on the top like we did. If it happens, you have to wait for it to open and fully close before moving out, but it is a unique opportunity to see this revolutionary technology.

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This is a very special bridge that opens partially, so boats can enter and exit the harbor while people walk across it. It is powered by a shaft engine that is pretty loud when it starts up.... A bell starts ringing to let you know that the bridge is opening... THE DIFFERENCE Here IS IF YOU ARE ON THE BRIDGE WHEN IT IS OPENING.... YOU ARE ON IT FOR THE RIDE AS THE BRIDGE SWINGS OPEN AND CLOSED. The entire process only taking a few minutes of your time. Don't worry it's FREE lol Only a few government cars/ trucks went over this bridge ... It's really a foot bridge.

Alexander D

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Beautifully designed bridge and a must visit if you are in curaçao. Definitely a treat if you get the timing right and the bridge moves when you are on it.

Brittney Basdeo

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Arguably one of the most beautiful attractions I have ever seen. The architecture is one compared to none. The colors, the vibrancy, the design is definitely a sight to behold. Getting to cross the bridge is also a fun experience. Definitely a must see whenever in Curacao

Anthony Whyte

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This is a fun free attraction in Curacao. It is about 20 minutes from start to finish if you decide to stay on the bridge while it swings open. Very cool.

Vikrant Paurel

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The Queen Emma Bridge is a pontoon bridge across St. Anna Bay in Curaçao. It connects the Punda and Otrobanda quarters of the capital city, Willemstad. The bridge is hinged and opens regularly to enable the passage of oceangoing vessels. On the opposite end from the hinge is a small shelter where an operator controls two diesel engines turning propellers. The propellers are mounted perpendicular to the length of the bridge and allow it to swing parallel to the shore. The process only takes a few minutes to complete.