Puente de Nuestra Señora del Pilar, Iron bridge over the Ebro River in Zaragoza, Spain.
The Puente de Nuestra Señora del Pilar is an iron bridge spanning the Ebro River with five metal arches supporting its structure. The crossing measures about 238 meters and accommodates both vehicle lanes and pedestrian pathways on its widened surface.
The bridge was built in 1895 as the second permanent crossing over the Ebro River in Zaragoza, replacing temporary wooden structures repeatedly destroyed by floods. A major renovation in 1991 reinforced the structure and updated it for modern traffic needs.
The bridge takes its name from the nearby Basilica del Pilar and links two districts with distinct characters and purposes. Residents and visitors cross it daily as a practical passage between the historic center and neighborhoods to the north.
The bridge is accessible on foot or by vehicle, with separate paths designed for each type of traffic. Clear weather provides the best views of the surrounding architecture and the river below.
In 2010, residents voted to repaint the bridge from its original green color to blue and white. This unusual instance of public voting on urban design decisions reflects how the community views its relationship with the structure.
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