Altier viaduct, Railway bridge in Villefort and Pourcharesses, France
The Altier viaduct extends 257 meters in length and reaches 73 meters in height, featuring two levels of arches made from rubble masonry.
Engineers completed the construction of this railway infrastructure in 1869, marking a significant advancement in French transportation during the industrial period.
The viaduct connects the territories of Villefort and Pourcharesses while serving as an integral part of the Saint-Germain-des-Fosses to Nimes-Courbessac railway line.
Following the construction of the Villefort dam in 1965, the lower section of the viaduct submerged, leaving only 20 meters visible above the water level.
The structure stands as France's tallest traditional masonry railway viaduct, featuring four arches on the first level and eleven arches on the second level.
Location: Villefort
Location: Pourcharesses
Inception: 1869
Official opening: November 10, 1869
Height: 73 m
Length: 257 m
Made from material: rubble masonry
GPS coordinates: 44.44739,3.91718
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:50
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