Erasmusbrug

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Sunset view of the Erasmus bridge crossing over the river in Rotterdam.

A symbol of the city, this graceful pylon bridge dubbed "the Swan" was designed by architect Ben van Berkel and completed in 1996. It spans 802m across the Maas river and can be both walked, cycled and driven across.

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