Nam Khan Bamboo Bridge
ຂົວໄມ້ໄຜ່ນ້ຳຄານ
A temporary bamboo and timber footbridge built over the Nam Khan in the dry season. It leads to riverside cafés on the opposite bank and is a classic photo spot in the old town.
Each year after the rainy season ends, locals build a bamboo and timber footbridge across the Nam Khan just before it joins the Mekong. It connects the old town peninsula with Ban Pa Nyang on the opposite bank. When the rains return, the bridge is washed away, and it is rebuilt the following year. Crossing costs about 10,000 to 15,000 kip round trip. On the far side there are riverside cafés and restaurants. The bridge sways and its handrails are low, and the deck can be slippery after rain, so take care if you bring children. Watching the sunset over the Nam Khan from the bridge in the evening is beautiful.
Opening hours
Daytime in dry season
Nearby sights
- Wat Xieng Thong
- Wat Sensoukharam (Wat Sene)
- Tak Bat Alms Giving Ceremony
- Wat Siphoutthabath
- Wat Long Khoun
- Heuan Chan Heritage House
- Wat Chomphet
- Mount Phousi