Ponts de Cubzac

Ponts de Cubzac is a wrought iron truss bridge spanning the Dordogne River with nine support columns that carry eight road sections across the water. The structure accommodates vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists on designated lanes maintained during a major renovation.

Construction started in 1879 under engineer Gustave Eiffel's direction and finished in 1883, replacing an earlier structure damaged by severe weather. German troops partially destroyed it during World War II, and it was rebuilt from 1946 to 1948.

The structure shapes the town's identity with its prominent metal framework visible from the river and surrounding areas. It serves as a local landmark connecting communities on both sides of the Dordogne.

The bridge is easily accessible on foot, by bicycle, or by car, with clear pathways for each mode of transport that were refreshed during the 2017 renovation. Visitors should note that surfaces can become slippery in wet weather, and water levels in the river below vary by season.

Damage from wartime destruction remains partly visible, with memorial plaques marking where rebuilding occurred after the conflict. These details tell the story of its resilience and were intentionally preserved as reminders of the site's past for later generations.

Location: Cubzac-les-Ponts

Inception: 1879

Architects: Gustave Eiffel

Length: 1,545 m

Longest Span: 72.8 m

Made from material: wrought iron

GPS coordinates: 44.96164,-0.46190

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:07