All about the new suspended bridge in Ras Al Khaimah
Ras Al Khaimah recently accomplished an architectural landmark that is expected to become a popular tourist attraction in the emirate. The installation of the new suspended bridge in Ras Al Khaimah was completed back in January and although the bridge is yet to be officially opened, it has already gained considerable local and tourist attention. Let’s find out why!
WHAT MAKES THE RAS AL KHAIMAH SUSPENDED BRIDGE SPECIAL?
This suspended bridge is being dubbed as the longest suspended bridge in the Northern Emirates. Part of the Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan, the 36-metre long suspended bridge connects the hotel’s two buildings.
Held together by four solid 4-metre high trusses, weighing 55 tonnes each, the Ras Al Khaimah suspended bridge is installed 44.2 metres above the ground.
But that’s not all – this is no ordinary bridge. The Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan suspended bridge in Ras Al Khaimah is designed to house eight lavish hotel rooms that will offer guests an unhindered vantage point of the Al Marjan Island landscape and skyline.
Rooms in a suspended bridge? That definitely represents a groundbreaking addition to the tourist attractions in RAK!
WHERE IS THE NEW SUSPENDED BRIDGE IN RAS AL KHAIMAH LOCATED?
The RAK suspended bridge is located on the man-made archipelago of Al Marjan Island. One of the freehold areas in Ras Al Khaimah, Al Marjan Island is easily accessible from all other emirates via the E11 highway.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
CAN WE VISIT THE RAK SUSPENDED BRIDGE?
Currently, this new attraction in Ras Al Khaimah is still under construction and subsequently, not open to visitors or guests. You can however, sight it from afar if and when you visit Al Marjan Island.
WILL THE SUSPENDED BRIDGE IN RAS AL KHAIMAH BE OPEN TO PUBLIC?
According to official reports, the construction of Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan is expected to be completed in September 2021. Once the construction is complete and the hotel resort is open for guests, you can book yourself a room in the Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan suspended bridge in Ras Al Khaimah.
That’s all we have for you on this new landmark in RAK. Of course, we’ll keep updating the information on this suspended bridge as and when we receive it. But mark your calendars for September 2021 so that you don’t miss out the official launch of the marvellous Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan and its unique bridge.
Those of you looking for a weekend getaway in this northern emirates, can find plenty of things to do in Ras Al Khaimah. To ensure you don’t compromise on your comfort and luxury, book your accommodations at one of the best hotels in RAK.
Want to keep the trip light on your pocket? Take the time to explore and indulge in all the free activities in Ras Al Khaimah – you won’t be disappointed.
