Canal de la Gravona, 19th century canal from Peri to Ajaccio, France.
The Canal de la Gravona stretches 18.7 kilometers through Corsica, connecting Peri to Ajaccio with 24 aqueduct bridges and two siphon systems.
Construction began in 1864 under Napoleon III's decree and completed in 1878 to address the water supply challenges faced by the expanding city of Ajaccio.
The canal features granite-faced aqueducts, including the notable Mezzavia structure and the 289-meter Mezzana bridge with 39 arches.
The waterway remained operational until 1995, when maintenance issues led to its abandonment, prompting current restoration initiatives for public access.
Different colored fountains distributed water in Ajaccio: red ones for drinking water and separate ones for domestic use from the Gravona canal.
Location: Peri
Location: Sarrola-Carcopino
Location: Afa
Location: Ajaccio
GPS coordinates: 41.98628,8.85476
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:53
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