The Slauerhoffbrug is a fully
automatic bascule bridge (aka tail bridge) in the city of Leeuwarden in the
Netherlands. It uses two arms to swing a section of road in and out of place
within the road itself. It is also known as the “Slauerhoffbrug ‘Flying’
Drawbridge”.
A tail bridge can quickly and efficiently be raised and
lowered from one pylon (instead of hinges). This quickly allows water traffic
to pass while only briefly stalling road traffic.
The deck is 15 m by 15 m. It is painted in yellow and blue,
representative of Leeuwarden's flag and seal.
