Festina lente Bridge, Sarajevo

Name: Festina lente Bridge
Address: Obala Maka Dizdara, Sarajevo, 71000, Bosnia and Herzegovina

#56 among attractions in Sarajevo

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Festina lente is a pedestrian bridge over the Miljacka River in Sarajevo. The bridge is 38 meters long and features an unusual looping in the middle, suggesting slowing down and enjoying the view. Conceptual design for the bridge was created by three students of the Academy of Fine Arts in Sarajevo: Adnan Alagić, Amila Hrustić and Bojana Kanlić. The bridge connects the Mak Dizdar embankment with Radić street. It was officially opened on 22 August 2012. ()

Local name: Festina lente Coordinates: 43°51'23"N, 18°25'3"E

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Obala Maka DizdaraCentar (Skenderija)Sarajevo 71000 Bosnia and Herzegovina

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Festina lente Bridge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: BBI Centar, Sacred Heart Cathedral, Skenderija, Cathedral Church of the Nativity of the Theotokos.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Festina lente Bridge?

Nearby attractions include Academy of Fine Arts Sarajevo, Sarajevo (4 min walk), Čobanija Mosque, Sarajevo (4 min walk), Čobanija, Sarajevo (4 min walk), Sarajevo National Theatre, Sarajevo (5 min walk).

How to get to Festina lente Bridge by public transport?

The nearest stations to Festina lente Bridge:

Tram

Pošta • Lines: 1, 2, 3, 5 (4 min walk)
Skenderija • Lines: 1, 2, 3, 5 (6 min walk)

Bus

Banka • Lines: Bus (6 min walk)
Park • Lines: Bus (7 min walk)

Trolleybus

Trg Austrije • Lines: 101, 103, 104 (15 min walk)

Train

Sarajevo (25 min walk)