Built at around 3,000 m (9,800 ft) above sea level, it is believed to be the highest-elevation suspension bridge in Europe.
[1] The project was designed as a celebration of the 100th anniversary of the opening of the Engelberg–Gerschnialp funicular railway in January 1913.
It was designed to withstand winds that reach over 190 km/h (120 mph) as well as significant snowfall, with a spokesman for Titlis Engelberg ski resort explaining that it can cope with around 450 tonnes (500 short tons) of snow.
Much of the material used in construction was transported on cable cars, with larger sections being delivered by helicopter.
[1] At a cost of around £1 million, it is hoped that the bridge will become a significant tourist attraction, particularly during the warmer months.