Is BridgeClimb Sydney worth it?
Adrenaline junkies won’t be tested by the climb, but the sheer uniqueness of the experience combined with the insight from climb leaders and the resulting view of the harbour makes the Sydney Bridge Climb worth the cost and effort. As I said in lessons learnt from travelling the world, if in doubt, spend the money.
How long does the BridgeClimb take?
approximately 2 hours
It takes approximately 2 hours to reach the Summit. This includes time to suit-up and complete your pre-climb safety preparation. The descent takes about an hour.
Where do you meet for BridgeClimb?
Take Argyle Street and when you reach the Argyle Stairs (next to Sake Restaurant), take these to the top to reach Cumberland Street. From here, walk north along Cumberland Street. BridgeClimb is located on the western side of the street before the road snakes underneath the Bridge.
Who owns BridgeClimb?
In June 2018 the franchise was awarded to Hammon’s Holdings the proprietors of Scenic World for 20 years following a formal tender process.
Is climbing the Sydney Harbour bridge scary?
Yes, the scariest part of the Sydney Harbour BridgeClimb that takes you some 134 metres to the top of the 84 year old span, is the flat bit at the beginning.
How many steps is the bridge climb?
It takes 1,332 steps to reach the top of the Summit, which is equivalent to 504 calories.
Is Sydney BridgeClimb hard?
The reason most people do this fearless act is that the thrill is worth every step you take. The 3.5 hours of climbing to the summit of the bridge is certainly not easy, but however not the most difficult. Anyone who is above the age of 8, fit enough and willing to take this adventure is allowed to climb.
How many died making Sydney Harbour bridge?
16 men
In all, 16 men died in the construction of the Bridge: 14 on the Bridge and work sites and two in the quarries at Moruya. At least one survived a fall from the Bridge to the harbour below. Many more were injured. The main deck is 49 metres wide.
How many died building the Sydney Harbour bridge?
In all, 16 men died in the construction of the Bridge: 14 on the Bridge and work sites and two in the quarries at Moruya. At least one survived a fall from the Bridge to the harbour below.
Who owns the Harbour bridge?
| Sydney Harbour Bridge | |
|---|---|
| Owner | Government of New South Wales |
| Maintained by | Transport for NSW |
| Preceded by | Gladesville Bridge |
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How many steps is the Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb?
The climb is not that strenuous There are also plenty of stops where you take a breather and listen to your guide tell you about the Bridge. The only part of the climb where the steps get steep is at the very end, as you ascend to the summit. Supposedly there are 1,002 steps, but it didn’t feel like it.