Marcelo Fernan Bridge is the second bridge built across the Mactan Chanel to connect Mactan Island with mainland Cebu. After arriving in Cebu via the Mactan-Cebu International Airport in Mactan Island, this imposing structure will be the first to welcome you before crossing over to Mandaue City and Cebu City. Marcelo Fernan Bridge was opened in August 1999 to decongest the traffic from the older Mactan-Mandaue Bridge. It is considered as one of the widest and longest bridge span in the Philippines.
Pedestrian View of Marcelo Fernan Bridge
The Marcelo Fernan bridge has a total length of 1,237 meters (4058.40 feet) with a center span of 185 meters (606.96 feet). The bridge was constructed with the help of the Japanese Government. It was named after Senator Marcelo Fernan, a political figure from Cebu City.
Approach at the Mandaue City end of the Marcelo Fernan (2nd Cebu – Mactan) Bridge
Approach at the Lapu-lapu City, Mactan Island end of the Marcelo Fernan (2nd Cebu – Mactan) Bridge
There are viewing platforms at the pedestrian lanes of the Marcelo Fernan Bridge, which provides a nice view overlooking the Mactan Channel and the Skyline of Cebu City. There are also recreational parks located both ends of the the Marcelo Fernan Bridge affording a street-level view.
Early morning jogger at the pedestrian walkway of the Marcelo Fernan Bridge
One of the viewing platforms of the bridge
View of the 1st Cebu to Mactan Bridge
View of the Mactan Channel
Recreational park at the Lapu-lapu City, Mactan Island side
Recreational park at the Mandaue City, mainland Cebu side
View from under the Marcelo Fernan bridge at the Mandaue-side park
Bridge Project Marker
Morning joggers
Playground under the bridge
View from under the Marcelo Fernan (2nd Cebu – Mactan) Bridge
The Marcelo Fernan Bridge is located in Metro Cebu, particularly at the cities of Mandaue (adjacent to Cebu City) and Lapu-lapu (Mactan Island).
