Deabruaren zubia, Medieval bridge in Barakaldo, Spain
Deabruaren zubia is a stone bridge spanning the Cadagua River in the Basque region, built with an arch design that reflects medieval construction techniques from northern Spain. The structure consists of shaped stone blocks arranged to create a smooth passage across the water while adapting to the river's natural flow.
The bridge was built between the 14th and 15th centuries as an essential crossing for travelers and merchants moving through the Basque region. Its construction enabled safer routes across the river and supported the development of trade pathways that connected communities in the area.
The bridge is part of the Camino del Norte, a northern pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela that has brought travelers through this valley for centuries. Local people see this crossing as a meaningful marker of the spiritual journeys that have shaped the region's identity over time.
The bridge is reached best by following marked paths along the Camino del Norte from the town of Barakaldo. Parking is available in the town center, and visitors should wear sturdy footwear since the river path can be uneven in places.
Local accounts tell of a builder who completed the structure under mysterious circumstances, which is reflected in its name meaning Devil's Bridge. This story has survived through the centuries and gives the crossing a sense of legend and intrigue.
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