Yeni Köprü Bridge

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Yeni Köprü Bridge, Ottoman arch bridge in Edirne Province, Turkey.

The Yeni Köprü Bridge extends 263 meters across the Meriç River with twelve substantial stone arches supporting its wide roadway structure.

Construction of this Ottoman bridge started under Sultan Mahmud II and reached completion in 1843 during the reign of Sultan Abdülmecid I.

The bridge represents Ottoman engineering methods through its stone construction techniques and structural design, which influenced transportation architecture across the empire.

Located at coordinates 41.6633°N and 26.5521°E, the bridge connects different sections of Edirne Province and provides access to the Pazarkule border gate.

The structure carries multiple names including Meriç Bridge and Mecidiye Bridge, each reflecting different aspects of its heritage and location.

Location: Edirne Province

Architectural style: Ottoman architecture

Length: 263 m

GPS coordinates: 41.66330,26.55210

Latest update: March 12, 2025 15:45

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