Jacques Cartier Bridge

The Jacques Cartier Bridge extends 2687 meters across the Saint Lawrence River, connecting Montreal to Longueuil with five traffic lanes and pedestrian paths.

The steel structure, designed by engineer Philip Louis Pratley, opened in 1930 and received its current name in 1934 to mark Jacques Cartier's first voyage.

The bridge illumination system reflects environmental data and social media activity through synchronized light patterns visible across the Montreal skyline.

The structure accommodates daily vehicle traffic between Montreal and Longueuil while providing separate lanes for pedestrians and cyclists crossing the Saint Lawrence River.

The bridge features two notable curves in its design, including the Craig curve and an adjustment made to circumvent a soap factory property.

Location: Ville-Marie

Location: Le Vieux-Longueuil

Inception: May 14, 1930

Architects: Philip Louis Pratley

Official opening: May 24, 1930

Height: 104 m

Length: 2,687 m

Made from material: steel

Part of: St. Lawrence River

GPS coordinates: 45.52083,-73.53500

Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45