Bridges and viaducts in France

Iconic Bridges and Viaducts

France’s architectural landscape is defined by its diverse spans, ranging from the 1st-century Roman aqueduct of Pont du Gard to the record-breaking cable-stayed Millau Viaduct. This collection includes Gustave Eiffel’s ironwork at Garabit, the 14th-century fortified towers of Valentré Bridge, and the Renaissance elegance of Chenonceau, which uniquely supports a castle. From the Art Nouveau sculptures of Paris's Pont Alexandre III to the D-Day history of Pegasus Bridge, these structures represent pivotal moments in engineering and national history.

Iconic Bridges and Viaducts — Map

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Alexandre III Bridge

Historic arch bridge inaugurated in 1900, featuring ornate sculptures and Art Nouveau design. It provides panoramic views of the Seine and nearby landmarks.

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Pont du Gard

Ancient Roman three-tiered aqueduct bridge and UNESCO World Heritage site built in the first century AD. This massive stone structure stands nearly 50 meters high and was originally designed to transport water across a river valley.

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C

Millau Viaduct

The Millau Viaduct is a multispan cable-stayed bridge completed in 2004 across the gorge valley of the Tarn near Millau in the Aveyron…

D

Chateau de Chenonceau

Renaissance castle built on a bridge across the Cher river, featuring a two-story gallery and extensive gardens. Historically known as the Castle of the Ladies, it was administered and protected by influential women throughout the centuries.

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Garabit viaduct

The Garabit viaduct is a railway arch bridge spanning the Truyère, near Ruynes-en-Margeride, Cantal, France, in the mountainous Massif…

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Pegasus Bridge

Pegasus Bridge, originally called the Bénouville Bridge after the neighbouring village, is a road crossing over the Caen Canal, between…

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G

Valentré Bridge

14th-century fortified stone arch bridge featuring three towers and six Gothic arches. This medieval defensive structure is a UNESCO World Heritage site as part of the Routes of Santiago de Compostela.

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Normandy Bridge

The Pont de Normandie is a cable-stayed road bridge that spans the river Seine linking Le Havre to Honfleur in Normandy, northern France.

I

Viaduc de Morlaix

A 19th-century granite railway viaduct featuring two tiers of arches. Completed in 1863 to carry the Paris–Brest railway, it stands over 60 meters tall and dominates the Morlaix city skyline.

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