{"id":2752,"date":"2026-02-04T15:18:31","date_gmt":"2026-02-04T15:18:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thebestofflorianopolis.com\/?page_id=2752"},"modified":"2026-05-22T19:21:14","modified_gmt":"2026-05-22T19:21:14","slug":"a-historia-da-ponte-hercilio-luz-um-icone-de-florianopolis-e-o-que-fazer-nos-arredores","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/thebestofflorianopolis.com\/en\/a-historia-da-ponte-hercilio-luz-um-icone-de-florianopolis-e-o-que-fazer-nos-arredores\/","title":{"rendered":"A Hist\u00f3ria da Ponte Herc\u00edlio Luz: Um \u00cdcone de Florian\u00f3polis e o que Fazer nos Arredores"},"content":{"rendered":"
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An Icon of Florian\u00f3polis and What to Do Nearby<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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If you\u2019re in Florian\u00f3polis, it\u2019s impossible not to notice the Herc\u00edlio Luz Bridge! It\u2019s simply one of the city\u2019s most beloved landmarks. But wait, it\u2019s not just something to admire from afar\u2026 you can explore the area, take amazing photos, and enjoy everything around it too. And before you think this is just \u201canother article about the bridge,\u201d here\u2019s a heads-up: you\u2019ll find history, fun facts, local tips, and experiences you can enjoy right now.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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A Little History\n<\/span><\/span><\/h2><\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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The Herc\u00edlio Luz Bridge was inaugurated on May 13, 1926, after four years of construction. Designed by American engineer David Bernard Steinman, it was built using cutting-edge technology for its time, featuring a suspension bridge system with eyebar chains, one of the most advanced bridge engineering methods in the world during the 1920s. At 819.5 meters long (with a 339 m main span), it became, at the time of its inauguration, the largest suspension bridge of its kind in the WORLD and remains to this day the largest suspension bridge in BRAZIL. Beyond its technical grandeur, the bridge represented an enormous financial effort for Santa Catarina: the project cost consumed nearly twice the state\u2019s annual budget at the time.<\/p>

For Floripa, the bridge was much more than an engineering project: it symbolized progress, connection to the mainland, and the end of the logistical isolation of Santa Catarina Island! Herc\u00edlio Luz, the governor who gave the bridge its name, envisioned the project precisely to improve the movement of people, food, and services, preparing the city for future growth.<\/p>

But time was not especially kind to the bridge\u2026 Over the years, it faced serious structural problems and stopped receiving vehicle traffic in 1982. Because of major safety concerns, the bridge had to be closed to vehicles that same year, beginning a decades-long saga. The restoration became one of the largest bridge restoration projects ever carried out in Latin America: complete replacement of the eyebar chains, foundation reinforcements, replacement of longitudinal beams, full review of the metal structures, industrial repainting\u2026 practically a brand-new bridge built over the original one.<\/p>

Finally, on December 30, 2019, after years of anticipation, the bridge reopened fully restored. Today, it is 100% revitalized, open to pedestrians, cyclists, and special events, and more photogenic than ever! On weekends, the bridge is also closed to cars, allowing pedestrians and cyclists to enjoy a peaceful walk across it while taking in the stunning views.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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And it\u2019s not just the bridge that deserves your attention! The surrounding area is full of amazing experiences, rich history, and breathtaking views. Check it out:<\/span><\/p>

Running Tour \u2013 Seaside Avenue and the Bridges<\/b><\/em><\/p>

If you enjoy exploring the city while staying active, the Running Tour<\/strong><\/a><\/span> around the bridge is absolutely amazing! The experience begins at the Trapiche da Beira-Mar Norte<\/strong>, where the group sets off for a run through one of the most beautiful landscapes in the city.<\/span><\/p>

During the route, you\u2019ll pass by places such as:<\/span><\/p>