Crossing the Confederation Bridge from New Brunswick to Prince Edward Island (PEI) is a memorable and breathtaking experience. The Confederation Bridge is a 12.9-kilometer-long bridge that spans the Northumberland Strait, connecting the eastern Canadian provinces of New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island.
The drive across the bridge offers stunning views of the surrounding water, islands, and coastline, making it a popular attraction for tourists visiting the region. The bridge itself is an engineering marvel, standing 60 meters above the water at its highest point and consisting of 65,000 tons of steel and concrete.
As you approach the bridge, you'll notice the sleek, curving design that blends in beautifully with the surrounding landscape. The view from the bridge is equally impressive, with panoramic vistas of the ocean and the coastline of both New Brunswick and PEI.
During the drive, you may feel a sense of excitement and awe as you cross this impressive structure, which took nearly a decade to construct and is now one of Canada's most iconic landmarks. The experience of crossing the Confederation Bridge is not to be missed for anyone visiting New Brunswick or Prince Edward Island.
Fun Facts:
• The Confederation Bridge is the longest bridge in Canada and the longest bridge in the world over ice-covered water.
• It takes about 10 minutes to cross the Confederation Bridge by car.
• The bridge was constructed using enough steel to build 11 Eiffel Towers.
• The bridge is equipped with a state-of-the-art ice detection system to alert drivers of potential hazards.
• The Confederation Bridge has been featured in several movies and TV shows, including "Trailer Park Boys" and "Republic of Doyle."
Historical Facts:
• The idea for a fixed link between Prince Edward Island and the mainland was first proposed in the late 1800s, but it was not until the 1990s that construction began on the Confederation Bridge.
• Construction of the bridge began in October 1993 and was completed in May 1997, taking just under four years to build.
• The Confederation Bridge replaced the ferry service that had been the only means of transportation between PEI and the mainland for almost 200 years.
• The bridge was built at a cost of approximately $1 billion CAD, and its construction created thousands of jobs in the region.
• The Confederation Bridge was officially opened on May 31, 1997, by the Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chrétien and the Prince Edward Island Premier Catherine Callbeck.
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