How much did it cost to build the original Atlantic Ocean Road?
The Atlantic Ocean Road links the Norwegian mainland with Averoy across a chain of small islands and eight bridges. Construction of the original 8,274-metre coastal route began on 1 August 1983, and it opened to traffic on 7 July 1989, replacing a ferry connection. Contemporary engineering coverage reports a construction cost of NOK 122 million in 1989 money; one quarter was financed through tolls, which were retired in 1999. The original road is complete and remains in use, while later scenic-route facilities and nearby road projects have separate costs.
Reported project cost
NOK 122 million
Approximately $17.67 million
Cost basis: 1989
Stefan V. BaumgartnerCC BY-SA 4.0
Cost evidence
Basis of the published figure
Reported project cost1989
Project metrics
Key dimensions
- Total lengthVisit Norway / Visit Northwest
- 8,274 m
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