Viaduc Léon-Blum, Modern viaduct in Poitiers, France.
The Léon-Blum Viaduct is a bridge in Poitiers that spans 330 meters across the Boivre Valley and over the Poitiers railway station on the Paris-Bordeaux line. The 15-meter wide structure is designed for rapid transit buses, pedestrians, and cyclists.
The viaduct replaced a concrete footbridge from 1952 and opened to the public in 2014 after two years of construction. This replacement was part of modernizing the transportation infrastructure for growing Poitiers.
The viaduct bears the name of former French Prime Minister Léon Blum, chosen following a proposal by Alain Claeys at the Grand Poitiers community council. This naming reflects the area's connection to significant political figures in French history.
The bridge accommodates multiple rapid transit bus lines and is easy to navigate. Pedestrians and cyclists have dedicated spaces with views over the city and valley below.
The structure was one of the first in France to combine rapid transit buses and cycling infrastructure on an elevated bridge. This innovative blend shapes the experience of crossing it.
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