Allmendbrücke

Allmendbrücke is a bridge over the Sihl. It goes from Gfellstrasse to Allmendweg. It is named after the word Allmend(e), which means common land. More specifically, this refers to the Allmend Brunau, which is a large open space where people (and dogs!) can enjoy a bit of nature and a some sport installations.

Zürich Allmendbrücke street sign
Allmendbrücke in Zürich: a pedestrian bridge with metallic rails on each side, and trees all around
View on the Sihl and the Uetliberg from Allmendbrücke in Zürich: a quiet river with a hill in the background and a meadow on the left side
View on the Sihl and the Uetliberg from Allmendbrücke in Zürich: a quiet river with a hill in the background and a meadow on the right side
Sihl river from Allmendbrücke in Zürich: a quiet river reflecting the cloudy sky, with a meadow and trees on the left side
Allmendbrücke in Zürich: a bridge with metallic rails above a river, that reflects both the bridge and its surroundings
Allmendbrücke in Zürich: a pedestrian bridge with metallic rails on each side, and trees all around
Heron next to the Sihl river, as seen from Allmendbrücke
Found a heron.
A crow, facing the photographer, on a metallic beam with some graffiti, and green/orange leaves in the background
Found a crow (actually, found a murder of crows, but this one was less afraid of cameras).

Tags: Sihl, Wiedikon, Wollishofen, bridge, river