Become A BridgeClimb Participant On The Coathanger

There are famous landmarks that adorn the panorama all around the world. These types of cultural icons help to define the greatness of a country, and what it has to offer to the global excursionist.

What is the icon that comes to your mind when you think of the land down under? Indeed, you’re probably thinking of the architectural masterpiece called the Sydney Opera House. The Opera House was formally completed in 1973, having costed $102 million. The Opera House is one of the greatest achievements of the 20th century. This is certainly a noteworthy landmark to mention.

Another nearby masterpiece is a bridge that Aussies have nicknamed “The Coathanger”. It is formally known as the Sydney Harbour Bridge; a steel arch bridge that graces the skyline across the Sydney harbor.

Dorman Long, a major steel producer and bridge building company, designed and built the Coathanger. It took eight years to build the Sydney Harbour Bridge, and the bridge was completed in 1932. Dorman Long is based out of Middlesbrough, U.K.

Construction was started in January of 1925. Out of the 1400 workers that built the bridge, sixteen would die during the construction phase.

On March 19, 1932, the Coathanger was officially opened to the public. In March of 2007, Australia celebrated the bridge’s 75th year.

The Coathanger is the world’s widest long-span bridge and the world’s tallest steel arch bridge. From the top of the bridge to the water’s surface, it measures 429.6 ft. (134 meters). It is the world’s 5th longest spanning arch bridge.

If you ever decide to take a trip to Sydney, Australia, visiting the Coathanger should be on your to do list. If you don’t mind getting the collywobbles or the heebie-jeebies, you can go with a tour guide and walk on top of the bridge. The Bridge Climb will be the time of your life!

On October 25, 2009, grass was rolled on the Sydney Harbour Bridge road deck to create one big picnic! The breakfast lasted from 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.

Approximately 6,000 people attended the picnic.