Pont National

Pont National is a stone and steel structure spanning the Seine with five arches supporting its length. It carries both tram line 3a and regular vehicle traffic, functioning as a key crossing point for multiple forms of transport.

The bridge was constructed in the 1850s to improve transport connections between expanding districts. Its name changed in 1870, and the structure was later modified to handle increasing traffic demands.

The bridge links two distinct neighborhoods that developed on opposite riverbanks. You can observe how the tram and vehicles pass over it daily, connecting the everyday life of people living on both sides.

The bridge is easily reached from both sides and includes pedestrian pathways alongside the traffic lanes. It can be crowded during peak hours, so quieter times of day offer a more pleasant crossing experience.

The bridge was expanded in the 20th century to handle traffic and create jobs during economic hardship. This enlargement significantly altered its original structure and transformed it into the mixed construction visible today.

Location: 12th arrondissement of Paris

Location: 13th arrondissement of Paris

Location: Quartier de Bercy

Location: Quartier de la Gare

Architects: Eugène Couche, Petit

Official opening: 1853

Length: 188.5 m

Part of: road network of Paris

Shares border with: boulevard Poniatowski, boulevard du Général-Jean-Simon

GPS coordinates: 48.82806,2.38694

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:02