Alconétar Bridge, Roman bridge ruins in Garrovillas de Alconétar, Spain
The stone bridge stretches 290 meters across the Tagus River with segmented arches demonstrating early Roman engineering methods and architectural design principles.
Built during the second century under Emperor Trajan or Hadrian, this crossing formed part of the Via de la Plata connecting Mérida to Astorga.
The structure represents a crucial element of Roman infrastructure in Hispania and maintains official protection status as a Cultural Heritage Monument since 1931.
Modern visitors can examine two preserved original arches measuring 6.7 and 7.2 meters, relocated during the construction of the Alcántara dam.
This bridge stands as one of the earliest examples of segmental arch construction in the world, preceding both the Zhaozhou Bridge in China and Europe's Ponte Vecchio.
Location: Garrovillas de Alconétar
Length: 290 m
Made from material: stone
GPS coordinates: 39.75384,-6.43734
Latest update: May 23, 2025 16:54
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