| Jules Wijdenbosch Bridge | |
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The Jules Wijdenbosch Bridge on the mouth of the Suriname river in Paramaribo
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| Carries | 2-lane wide highway (East-West Link) |
| Crosses | Suriname river |
| Locale | North Suriname |
| Other name(s) | Suriname Bridge |
| Characteristics | |
| Total length | 1,504 metres (4,934 ft) |
| Longest span | 155 metres (509 ft) |
| History | |
| Opened | 20 May 2000 |
The Jules Wijdenbosch Bridge (Dutch: Jules Wijdenboschbrug), also called Suriname bridge and known locally as Bosje Brug, is a bridge over the Suriname river between the capital city Paramaribo and Meerzorg in the Commewijne District. The bridge is part of the East-West Link, and is named after former president Jules Wijdenbosch. Constructed by Dutch constructor Ballast-Nedam, the bridge has two lanes, is 1504 metres long, and was opened on 20 May 2000.
Coordinates: 5°48′20″N 55°9′45″W / 5.80556°N 55.16250°W