Ponte visconteo, Medieval bridge-fortress in Valeggio sul Mincio, Italy
The Ponte Visconteo extends for 650 meters across the landscape, featuring strong defensive walls and connecting structures that form part of an extensive fortification system.
Duke Gian Galeazzo Visconti ordered the construction of this fortified bridge in 1393 to protect Verona and control the passage between Milan and the eastern territories.
The bridge hosts the annual Festa del Nodo d'Amore in June, where thousands of people gather for a traditional celebration on its ancient stones.
Multiple walking paths and cycling routes cross through the bridge structure, allowing visitors to explore both the architectural details and the surrounding landscape.
The bridge incorporates a dual-purpose design as both a crossing point and a dam, with original water discharge openings that regulated the Mincio River flow.
Location: Valeggio sul Mincio
Length: 650 m
Address: Strada Provinciale 55
GPS coordinates: 45.35492,10.72516
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:46
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