Ponte Azzone Visconti, Medieval road bridge in Lecco, Italy
The Azzone Visconti Bridge stretches 131 meters across the Adda River with eleven stone arches connecting the eastern and western banks of Lecco.
Built between 1336 and 1338 under the direction of Azzone Visconti, the bridge initially featured eight arches, defensive towers, and drawbridges for military control.
The bridge appears in Alessandro Manzoni's novel 'I promessi sposi', marking the exact location where Lake Como transforms into the Adda River.
The structure maintains two vehicle lanes and one pedestrian path, providing essential access between Lecco's center and the road leading to Milan.
Local researchers suggest Leonardo da Vinci depicted this bridge in the background of the Mona Lisa painting during his visits to the Adda Valley.
Location: Lecco
Inception: 1330s
Length: 131 m
Made from material: rock
Address: Ponte Azzone Visconti
GPS coordinates: 45.84748,9.39265
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45
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