Kampong Bay Bridge (the New Bridge), Kampot

What the bridge does

Kampot is split by its river, and this is one of the crossings that ties the two banks together. Cars, motorbikes and people on foot all use it to get from the east side of town to the west side and back.

Locals know it under a few names. You will see it written as Kampong Bay Bridge, Kampot Bridge and New Bridge. The last name sets it apart from the older crossing nearby, the Rainbow Bridge, which is also called the Old Bridge.

Views from the crossing

Visitors and residents both stop here for the outlook over the river and the land around it. Walking across is an easy way to see the town from the water rather than from the street, and it costs nothing.

Tip: the bridge is a crossing first and a viewpoint second, so keep to the edge and stay alert for passing motorbikes if you pause to look or take photos.

A route to Bokor and Kep

The bridge is also handy if you are heading out to the area's bigger attractions. Travellers use this route on the way to Bokor Mountain and to Kep Beach, so you may well cross it without planning to.

History and upkeep

The bridge is a long-standing landmark in the town's development. It has been renovated and improved several times over the years to keep it stable and in working order.

Visiting

Treat it as a short stop rather than a destination of its own. A few minutes on the span, with the river on either side, fits easily into a walk around the centre or a ride through town. A map pin is linked below to help you find it.