Top 7 Tallest Bungee Jumps In The World

There are some individuals who like to take things to the next level by trying some of the most extreme sports out there. The excitement and adrenaline flow through their body for something that involves diving rapidly to the ground.

Among these types of sports will be bungee jumping as they get to enjoy the beautiful scenery as they plummet down to earth. Only those that are brave enough will dare to try out these tall bungee jumps at such an extreme height.

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Here we would like to share with you the top 7 tallest bungee jumps in the world that will make you think twice before even trying.

7. Kölnbrein Dam (Austria) - 169 Meters

The Kolnbrein Dam is located in Austria and it was opened in 1979. The dam is in Carinthia and it is the tallest dam in Europe. However, the sports facility for bungee jumping only opened in 2010 when a pedestrian walkway was built so that tourists can gain access to the central part of the dam.

It is the 7th tallest bungee jump in the world where the divers will make a jump of 169 meters down. If you are looking for something challenging, perhaps paying a visit to this location might surprise you.

6. Niouc Bridge (Switzerland) - 190 Meters

The bungee jump facility here offers a unique experience as the divers will drop into a 190 meters ravine. They will start off from the bridge which is known to be the tallest hanging bridge in the world.

Aside from bungee jumping, there are also other attractions for visitors to try like the giant swing that is hanging off this bridge. For those who have no fear of heights, you can also try walking slowly on this wobbly bridge.

5. Europabrücke Bridge (Austria) - 192 Meters

The Alps definitely offers one of the best mountainous views one could wish for and what better way to experience it than on a bungee jump. The Europrabrücke bridge which is found in Austria is the place for many bungee jump enthusiasts who have the desire of trying on one of the tallest bridges in Europe.

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The bungee jump is under the management of Rupert Hirner Bungy Jumping Company and the divers will make a jump of 192 meters down. This makes it the 5th tallest bungee jump in the world.

4. Bloukrans Bridge (South Africa) - 216 Meters

With a staggering height of 215 meters, the Bloukrans Bridge is where the tallest bungee jump in South Africa can be found. The bungee jump was opened to the public in 1990.

At the top of the bridge, divers get to witness the surrounding view of Nature's Valley. On top of that, there is also an additional pedestrian walkway that was built to allow tourists to go to the top of the bridge's gate to experience the breathtaking view.

3. Contra Dam (Switzerland) - 220 Meters

This is another exciting bungee jump in Switzerland which is located at the Contra Dam. The place is known for a scene in one of James Bond's movies, Golden Eyeshot which was aired back in 1995.

A jump from the top of the dam was made in the Golden Eyeshot movie. Unlike other bungee jumps where you are only allowed to perform the jump during the daytime, this one also lets you dive down during the night.

2. Macau Tower (China) - 338 Meters

The bungee jump facility in Macau Tower is the second tallest bungee jump in the world. The tower boasts a height of 338 meters tall and it is equipped with an observatory platform at the top which allows visitors to enjoy the mesmerizing scenery around it.

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The bungee jump is managed by AJ Hackett company and due to its location at the tower, a specialized rope is used to prevent the divers from dangling upside down and crashing onto the tower.

1. Balinghe Bridge (China) - 370 Meters

Another exciting location for bungee jumping in China will be at the Balinghe Bridge which is recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records as the tallest bungee jump in the world standing at 377.25 meters in height.

A side note is that the Balinghe Bridge is also one of the tallest bridges in the world which crosses the Balin River below and can be found in Guizhou province, China.

Source:

• Guinness World Records

• Iluminasi

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