The Red Bridge, Knysna: Photos, Reviews & Location

Landmark red steel road bridge across the river supporting a water pipeline, open since 1923.

At a glance

#2 of 7 Tourist attractions in Knysna

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.46

4.9 km from the center of Knysna

Rating breakdown

5 ★69%
4 ★22%
3 ★6%
2 ★2%
1 ★1%

Red Bridge Rd, Knysna, 6571, South Africa

Quick facts

What is the rating of The Red Bridge?: The Red Bridge is rated 4.5 out of 5 based on 83 reviews.
How does The Red Bridge rank in Knysna?: The Red Bridge is #2 of 7 Tourist attractions in Knysna by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is The Red Bridge located?: Red Bridge Rd, Knysna, 6571, South Africa — 4.9 km from the center of Knysna.

Reviews (8)

Piccolo Montessori School 2024 May 04

A sneaky little gem in Knysna that I think only the locals know about:)

Detlef Schneede 2024 Apr 07

Netter kleiner Ausflug zu einer seit Langem geschlossenen Brücke

Chantál Fourie 2023 Feb 27

This historical landmark gem is part of a popular bicycle trail with a beautiful view from the bridge over the Knysna River. The Red Bridge was built in 1923 and refurbished in 2014. To get there, you drive on a small stretch of dirt road, park near the bridge and view. No entry fee and no bathrooms nearby. It's also frequented by youngsters who like to jump off the bride and into the river to take a refreshing dip.

David Jenkins 2023 Jan 18

It’s a cool experience but obviously you have to be careful with the kids. We still talking about this from nearly a month ago haha.

Also cool to cycle over on route to phantom pass.

Average Gamer 2023 Jan 10

Hang out spot to fish,swim or if you are brave enough to jump off the bridge.

James Ross 2021 Aug 25

Beautiful bridge in beautiful surroundings.

We come here often especially since they reworked on the bridge and made it safer and better as it was old and worn plus a bit of a safety hazard.

It's surrounded by beautiful scenery and the river is deep enough to jump off which we be doing in the summer and have seen people do! Also it's a good fishing 🎣 spot too.

The walk across is short to when u get to the phantom pass road but very scenic and beautiful.

It's very peaceful here so definitely take that short drive to come have a look at some history and beautiful scenery!