Pont Valentré

Local name
LocationCahors, France

The Pont Valentré is a 14th-century six-span fortified stone arch bridge crossing the river Lot to the west of Cahors, in France. It has become a symbol of the city.

After the decision was made to build it on 30 April 1306, construction began on 17 June 1308. It was built between 1308 and 1378 with six Gothic arches and three square bridge towers. It opened for use in 1350. It was originally fortified at both ends; the western tower has not survived.

This bridge was originally built due to the Franco-English Hundred Years' War.

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More information and contact

Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pont_Valentré

Address Pont Valentré, Cahors 46000, France

Coordinates 44°26'42.266" N 1°25'54.353" E

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