The Krk Bridge, opened on July 19, 1980, has been connecting the island of Krk with the mainland for more than four decades. This impressive reinforced concrete structure, measuring 1,430 meters in length, consists of two arches – the longer one spans 390 meters, ranking it among the longest concrete arches in the world.
Upon its inauguration, the bridge was named "Titov most" in honor of the then Yugoslav president, Josip Broz Tito. The construction lasted from 1976 to 1980 and was led by engineers Ilija Stojadinović, Vukan Njagulj, and Bojan Možina. The work was carried out by Mostogradnja Belgrade and Hidroelektra Zagreb, making the bridge a world record holder in concrete arch span.
Until June 15, 2020, the bridge was subject to toll fees, but after 40 years, the toll was abolished, further increasing traffic and improving access to the island. Today, more than a million vehicles cross the bridge annually, confirming its crucial role in regional connectivity.
In addition to road traffic, the bridge also serves as a carrier of various infrastructure installations, including an oil pipeline, a potable water pipeline, and industrial pipelines, further highlighting its multifunctional role and engineering excellence.
Visitors who wish to experience the grandeur of the bridge firsthand can visit Voz Bay. To reach it, one must take a turn from the main island road towards Rijeka Airport and then turn left at the small roundabout towards Voz Bay. The nearest settlement to the bridge is Omišalj, located about 5 km away, while the tourist town of Njivice is 10 km away, and the town of Krk is 25 km away.
Krk Bridge is not just a construction – it is a symbol of connectivity, progress, and development that has brought economic and tourist prosperity to the island of Krk and improved the quality of life for its residents.
