Local resident Gerard Bastmeijer had the scoop. He was the first driver who crossed the ocean, after builders this morning had its first test made with a double.
For the time being only open the southern carriageway towards Rotterdam. End of this year, the northbound direction Maasvlakte opened to traffic, said Public Works Department.
The vertical clearance of the new Botlek bridge is larger, making it less often open. The shipping traffic the bridge shortly on both sides and at the same time pass. In addition, the number of lanes in each direction will be expanded from one to two.
With the modifications, the new bridge should contribute to a better flow of both road and water. Besides the new bridge Botlektunnel remains available for road
Video: First car rides on new Botlek bridge
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