A red lattice tunnel that turns a simple river crossing into a piece of inhabitable geometry.
Bridge on Bow River in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
Featured in Santiago Calatrava's definitive monograph, Santiago Calatrava: Complete Works.
Visitor Guide
Walk through slowly and look sideways—not forward. The bridge is a moving moiré machine; your peripheral vision is the best renderer.
From the riverbank on the downstream side, early morning for softer light and fewer cyclists; inside, shoot toward the exit for strong depth cues.
Free public pedestrian/cycling bridge; open access (temporary pathway detours around the area can happen during works).
It’s effectively a diagrid tube: structure and enclosure are the same thing, which is why it feels like you’re inside the drawing.
15–30 minutes
Design & Structure
Geometry-forward structural design: a tubular truss/diagrid system rationalized into repeatable steel members; engineering and fabrication constraints shape the final rhythm and openings.
Painted steel lattice and deck surfaces; the color isn’t decoration—it’s legibility, turning structure into an urban marker in snow and sun.
A stiff, lightweight truss tube efficiently spans the river while controlling lateral movement; the enclosure doubles as bracing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who designed Peace Bridge (Calgary)?+
Peace Bridge (Calgary) was designed by Santiago Calatrava. It is located in Calgary, Canada.
Where is Peace Bridge (Calgary) located?+
Peace Bridge (Calgary) is located in Calgary, Canada. Its coordinates are 51.0539°, -114.0790°.
Can I visit Peace Bridge (Calgary)?+
Peace Bridge (Calgary) is a real building in Calgary that can be viewed from the outside. Check local information for interior access and visiting hours. Use the Parametric Atlas walking tour feature to plan a route that includes this building.