The Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge in China has been officially opened and is now the highest bridge in the world – reducing the journey time for locals from two hours to just two minutes
China has unveiled a stunning new record-breaker after officially opening the world’s highest bridge in Guizhou province in the southwest of the country. The Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge has slashed journey times from two hours down to just two minutes, according to local state media.
The remarkable structure boasts a deck-to-surface measurement of 625 metres – more than half a kilometre – making it tower above the previous record holder. It beats the Beipanjiang Bridge (Duge Bridge), also in China, which stands at 565.4 metres, by nearly 60 metres.
China’s rapid construction capabilities have recently drawn admiration from figures including Reform UK MP Zia Yusuf, who publicly expressed frustration on social media about the lengthy timescales for smaller infrastructure schemes in the United Kingdom.
Work on the Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge commenced in January 2022 and was finished in under four years. The ambitious scheme resulted in a structure stretching almost 3km across a canyon dubbed the “Earth crack”.
The bridge measures 2,890 metres in total length and underwent rigorous testing before authorities gave the green light for public use.
As reported by ITV, before the bridge could be deemed safe for traffic, a dynamic load test was conducted, reports the Express.
This involved 96 lorries driving onto specific points of the structure in groups.
The new structure has now bagged the Guinness World Record for being the tallest bridge globally.
Now, globetrotters from all corners of the world are keen to witness the magnificent construction that officially opened its doors on 28 September 2025.
The Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge boasts glass walkways for visitors to gaze down at the Beipan River, approximately 580 metres below.
It also features viewing platforms and a glass lift leading to its sky-high café, set to open in November this year.
For those seeking a thrill, they can bungee jump from the bridge.
State media have reported plans for professional BASE jumping events.