Viaduc de la Paudèze, Bridge in Switzerland

Viaduc de la Paudèze is a bridge in Switzerland that carries a road over the Paudèze valley. The structure is 179.5 meters (589 feet) long and stands on tall piers that rise from the wooded slopes below.

The viaduct was built in the 20th century as part of a road project to improve connections across the valley. It has undergone maintenance over the years but remains in service for daily traffic.

The viaduct takes its name from the Paudèze stream that flows below, a name still used by people in the area to refer to the surrounding woods and paths. Its concrete arches have become a familiar sight for those driving between the lake and the hills.

The bridge is part of a road with no pedestrian path, so walking across is not advised. Drivers should stay alert for curves and changing weather, especially when the road surface is wet.

The bridge offers a brief but clear view of the Paudèze valley, a spot often missed by those who focus only on the road ahead. Its height above the stream makes it a good place to notice how the land drops sharply toward the water.