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Pont de Pierre, City of Bordeaux
First bridge spanning the Garonne River at Bordeaux
Crossing the Garonne river, the Pont de Pierre or "stone bridge" was the first to span this expanse of river in Bordeaux.
From Crossing the Garonne river, the Pont de Pierre or "stone bridge" was the first to span this expanse of river in Bordeaux. Constructed as late as the 19th century, at the demands of Napoleon, it posed an architectural challenge due to strong river currents.
The tram that runs between the right bank and the centre of Bordeaux. Featuring pedestrian crossings and cycle paths, from the arrival of the tram, the stone bridge now has only lane in each direction reserved for motor traffic.
Worth knowing
It has 17 arches corresponding to the number of letters in Napoleon's name. On the sides, each pile of bricks is capped by a white medallion in honour of the emperor.
Visitor comments
- "The bridge in quite attractive and is easy to walk. We especially liked the bridge in the evening as the lights on the bridge make it very picturesque. As an important landmark of the city you should not miss visiting it." - Trip Advisor
- "We were staying in the Bastide area so had to cross this bridge many times. What a superb bridge with beautiful lights all the way along. It has a cycling lane running alongside the pedestrian lane on the path wish UK was like that!" - Trip Advisor
- "Excellent view of it from all sides, the old bridge with history and beautiful architecture. Very nice to see both by day and night." - Trip Advisor
