Ponte Solferino

The Ponte Solferino extends 101 meters across the Arno River, featuring a distinctive prestressed concrete structure with a height of 10.5 meters.

Construction of the Ponte Solferino began in 1972, and the bridge opened to traffic in 1974, adding modern infrastructure to Pisa's transportation network.

The bridge serves as a viewing platform during the Luminara festival, when thousands of candles illuminate the buildings along the Arno River.

With four vehicle lanes and dedicated sidewalks, the Ponte Solferino connects the northern and southern districts of Pisa for both motorists and pedestrians.

The bridge's longest span reaches 48.6 meters, demonstrating advanced engineering techniques in prestressed concrete construction for its time period.

Location: Pisa

Inception: 1972

Official opening: 1974

Height: 10.5 m

Length: 101 m

Longest Span: 48.6 m

Made from material: prestressed concrete

GPS coordinates: 43.71512,10.39512

Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45