Chapel Bridge (Kapellbruecke)

About Chapel Bridge (Kapellbruecke)

The Lucerne Chapel Bridge (Kapellbruecke) is a wooden footbridge across the Reuss River in Lucerne, Switzerland. It was built in the early 14th century as part of the city fortifications, and is the oldest surviving bridge in the city. The bridge is decorated with a series of paintings and sculptures, most of which date from the 16th century. The bridge is a major tourist attraction in Lucerne, and is often crowded with visitors.