Chain Bridge (Széchenyi lánchíd)
The elegant 1849 suspension bridge that first joined Buda and Pest — a glowing icon after dark.
Don't miss at Chain Bridge (Széchenyi lánchíd)
- ◆ The lion-guarded span
- ◆ Buda-Pest crossing
- ◆ Illuminated at night
Insider tip
Walk it at night when the bridge and both riverbanks are floodlit.
Chain Bridge (Széchenyi lánchíd) — visitor questions
What is Chain Bridge (Széchenyi lánchíd) known for?
The elegant 1849 suspension bridge that first joined Buda and Pest — a glowing icon after dark. Highlights include: The lion-guarded span; Buda-Pest crossing; Illuminated at night.
Where is Chain Bridge (Széchenyi lánchíd)?
Chain Bridge (Széchenyi lánchíd) is in Danube, Budapest — Széchenyi Lánchíd, 1051 Budapest. More info: https://www.budapestinfo.hu
Any tips for visiting Chain Bridge (Széchenyi lánchíd)?
Walk it at night when the bridge and both riverbanks are floodlit.
Can Chauffyr take me to Chain Bridge (Széchenyi lánchíd)?
Yes — Chauffyr provides a private, fixed-price chauffeur to Chain Bridge (Széchenyi lánchíd) and between every stop on your Budapest itinerary, with no parking or driving to worry about.
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