Cambodia’s Tallest Bridge to Open Briefly for Khmer New Year Travelers

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Ministry of Information

 

In a timely move to ease congestion during the upcoming Khmer New Year, Cambodia's tallest bridge — Bridge 28 — will temporarily open for public use, offering travelers a rare preview of the massive infrastructure project.

 

Spanning 537 meters in length and soaring 90 meters high, the bridge is part of National Road 10 in Pursat province’s Veal Veng district. It will be open to light vehicles, including cars and small tour vans, from April 11 to April 17, between 6 AM and 6 PM daily, according to Deputy Prime Minister Sun Chanthol during a recent site visit and ceremonial concrete-pouring event.

 

Constructed with approximately $25 million from Cambodia’s national budget, Bridge 28 is being built by the China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC), with technical oversight by Guangzhou Wanan Construction Supervision Company. The bridge is a centerpiece of the nearly 200-kilometer-long National Road 10, which connects Battambang, Pursat, and Koh Kong provinces.

 

Beyond its practical role in boosting regional connectivity, Bridge 28 is set to become a tourist magnet. A 15-meter-wide scenic viewpoint at the midpoint offers sweeping vistas of the surrounding landscape, and newly built parking areas at both ends can accommodate up to 70 vehicles, making it an attractive pit stop for travelers.

 

The broader National Road 10 project — launched in March 2020 — is now more than 96% complete. Once finished, it will serve as a crucial route for trade, tourism, and economic growth in western Cambodia.

 

For now, Bridge 28 will give holidaymakers a taste of the future — and a smoother ride home for Khmer New Year.

 

-2025-04-09