The Julius Caesar Bridge creates a refined connection between the Roomburg district and the city center of Leiden, spanning the Rijn-Schie Canal with confidence and grace.
On the city side, the bridge asserts itself with a broad, grounded structure that reflects the scale of the adjacent road, roundabout, and high-rise buildings.
One of the defining features of the bridge is the integration of UV-resistant polycarbonate wall panels, supplied to specification by SRT Plastics. These high-performance plastic sheets provide clarity, impact resistance, and long-term protection from sunlight and weathering. They enhance both the aesthetic and functional quality of the bridge, allowing light to filter through while offering a robust, low-maintenance solution.
By integrating technical components within the structure and choosing smart, transparent materials, the bridge maintains a calm, minimalist silhouette. It rises subtly above the canal while maintaining an uninterrupted connection with the water, the sky, and the movement of those who cross it.
The Julius Caesar Bridge blends urban scale with refined material technology. On the Leiden side, it stands bold and anchored; on the Roomburg side, it touches down gently along the dike. Central to its design are the UV-resistant polycarbonate sheets used in the bridge walls, custom-supplied by SRT Plastics to offer maximum transparency and durability.
By concealing technical components and introducing translucent wall panels, the bridge becomes a serene, integrated presence in its environment—one where engineering, design, and material innovation meet in perfect harmony.
