Ponte Capodarso, Medieval arch bridge in central Sicily, Italy
Ponte Capodarso is a stone arch bridge that crosses the Salso River and links the provinces of Caltanissetta and Enna. The structure features three arches and spans approximately 95 meters (310 feet).
The bridge was built in 1553 under orders from Charles V as a single-arch structure. It underwent major reconstruction between 1847 and 1848, when it was redesigned with three arches.
French painter Jean Houel documented the bridge's appearance in the eighteenth century through a watercolor painting that captured its structural details.
The bridge is part of State Road 122 Agrigentina and serves as an active traffic route, so visitors should watch for vehicles. The best times for photos are early morning or late afternoon when light is more favorable.
The bridge sits at the edge of the Monte Capodarso and Valle dell'Imera Meridionale Nature Reserve and marks the starting point of the annual Coppa Nissena motorsport race. This event draws racing enthusiasts from across the region and connects this historic structure with modern competition.
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