Sightseeing · Nepal
Famous Long Suspension Bridges of Nepal
Kushma–Gyadi, Dodhara Chandani and the Baglung–Parbat bridge — Nepal's longest pedestrian suspension bridges and how to visit them.
The longest pedestrian suspension bridge in Nepal is the Kushma–Gyadi suspension bridge in Parbat district, spanning about 567 metres over the Modi Khola gorge. It heads a small family of record-setting Nepali bridges that double as both vital village links and thrilling viewpoints. This guide rounds up the country's most famous long suspension bridges and how to visit each one.
The short answer
Nepal's hill terrain forces footpaths across deep river gorges, and engineers have answered with some of the longest and highest pedestrian suspension bridges anywhere. The three standouts are the record-holding Kushma–Gyadi bridge, the immense Dodhara Chandani bridge in the far-western lowlands, and the gorge-spanning Baglung–Parbat bridge over the Kali Gandaki. Two sit within a short drive of each other near Kushma; the third lies a long way west in Kanchanpur.
The longest and highest: Kushma
The town of Kushma, in Parbat district, has become Nepal's suspension-bridge capital. The Kushma–Gyadi bridge crosses the Modi Khola at roughly 567 metres long and around 343 metres above the river, making it both the longest and one of the highest in the country. Built primarily to shorten the walk for villagers between Kushma and Gyadi, it has grown into an adventure hub where operators run bungee jumps and giant swings from a platform above the gorge. The views down into the Modi valley are extraordinary.
A lifeline across the Mahakali: Dodhara Chandani
Far to the west in Kanchanpur district, the Dodhara Chandani suspension bridge is one of the longest of its kind in Asia, stretching well over a kilometre across the wide Mahakali (Sharada) River. Unlike the gorge bridges of the central hills, this one spans a broad braided lowland river to connect the isolated Dodhara and Chandani settlements with the rest of Kanchanpur. For the communities it serves it is a genuine lifeline, and for visitors it is a striking sight on the flat Terai.
Over the Kali Gandaki: Baglung–Parbat
A short distance from Kushma, the Baglung–Parbat suspension bridge leaps the deep gorge of the Kali Gandaki, the river that carves the world's deepest valley between the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri massifs. Linking Baglung district with Parbat, it is another long, high pedestrian crossing and a natural pairing with a visit to Kushma, since the two are close together on the same loop of central-hill country.
Planning a bridge trip
The Kushma and Baglung bridges are easily combined in one day from Pokhara, a scenic drive of a few hours west through the hills; see our notes on getting around Nepal for the routes. Dodhara Chandani is a destination in itself, usually visited from Mahendranagar in the far west. Wear secure shoes, hold the cables on windy days, and time your walk for the clear morning light when the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges crown the view.
If you enjoy big-vista sightseeing, pair these bridges with Nepal's best viewpoints and, for the adrenaline side, the country's wider range of adventure activities. Tap any bridge above for length, height, location and how to visit.
Our top picks
Frequently asked questions
Which is the longest suspension bridge in Nepal?+
The Kushma–Gyadi suspension bridge in Parbat district is the longest pedestrian suspension bridge in Nepal, spanning roughly 567 metres across the Modi Khola gorge at a height of around 343 metres, which also makes it one of the highest in the country.
Are Nepal's suspension bridges safe to walk across?+
Yes. The famous long bridges are engineered steel-cable pedestrian structures with mesh side netting and are used daily by local people. They sway in the wind and can feel exposed, but they are built to carry foot traffic safely and are popular with travellers.
Do you have to pay to cross the bridges?+
The long-distance village bridges such as Dodhara Chandani are free public crossings. Tourist-oriented sites near Kushma and Baglung that combine the bridges with bungee jumping, swings or zip-lines charge for those activities, but simply walking the bridge is usually free or a small fee.
Where are Nepal's most famous suspension bridges?+
The longest and highest cluster around Kushma and Baglung in the central hills, where the Kali Gandaki and Modi rivers carve deep gorges. The Dodhara Chandani bridge is far west in Kanchanpur district, linking villages across the Mahakali River.
