Pont du Diable, Medieval bridge in Saint-André-de-Chalencon, France.
The Pont du Diable spans across the Ance River with two stone arches measuring 22.8 meters and 11.8 meters, reaching a height of 14 meters.
Built during the 15th century, this crossing connected Chalencon Castle to Retournac and received historical monument classification status in 1913.
Local narratives tell of a pact between the lord of Chalencon and supernatural forces to protect the bridge from flooding.
The bridge remains accessible through a marked 5.5-kilometer hiking trail starting from Saint-André-de-Chalencon, approximately 33 kilometers from La Chaise-Dieu.
A large rock near the bridge marks the location where, according to regional tales, supernatural forces expressed anger after being deceived.
Location: Saint-André-de-Chalencon
Location: Tiranges
GPS coordinates: 45.28320,3.98467
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:49
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