Due to essential maintenance the WEST Footpath/Cycleway is CLOSED, please use the EAST Footpath/Cycleway. Both Footpaths/Cycleways open at Weekends
Road works in both directions
Access Restrictions
Forth Bridge
An enduring icon of ScotlandThe Forth Bridge is open only to trains. There is no pedestrian or cycle access.
The Bridges Weather
Temperature 15.4°C
Wind Direction E
Max Gusts 19mph
Average 15mph
Conditions Nothing obstructing horizontal visibility
Wonder of the World
Opened in 1890, the Forth Bridge is a Scottish icon that is recognised the world over as the most famous of cantilever designs.
The world's first major steel structure, the Forth Bridge represents a key milestone in the history of modern railway civil engineering and and for 28 years held the record as the world's longest span.
A full-scale restoration project to return the bridge to its original construction condition was completed in 2012.
In July 2015, UNESCO inscribed the Forth Bridge as the sixth World Heritage Site in Scotland.
As of 26th July 2024, Scotland now has seven World Heritage Sites with the inscription of the Flow Country.
10th Anniversary World Heritage Site
Celebrating 10 years as a World Heritage Site
Recognised the world over, the Forth Bridge is a true Scottish icon symbolising engineering brilliance and Scottish pride. It celebrates its 10th anniversary as a UNESCO World Heritage Site on 5th July 2025.
Visit
See the Bridge for YourselfCome visit the bridge and you'll be perfectly positioned to exlore the local communities of North & South Queensferry plus the wider areas of Edinburgh, Falkirk & Fife.
The Briggers
The Briggers were the men and boys who toiled in perilous conditions to construct the Forth Bridge. There are memorials to them at either side of the bridge.