Puente Romano, Roman bridge in Mérida, Spain.
The stone bridge stretches 790 meters across the Guadiana River with 60 granite arches and reaches a height of 12 meters at its highest points.
Built during Emperor Trajan's reign between 98 and 117 AD, this structure served as a vital connection point along the Silver Route through the Iberian Peninsula.
The bridge forms part of the Archaeological Ensemble of Mérida, receiving UNESCO World Heritage status in 1993 alongside other Roman structures in the city.
Since 1991, the bridge has been reserved for pedestrian use, allowing visitors to cross the Guadiana River while observing the ancient Roman engineering techniques.
The structure incorporates perforated piles with small arches that function as weirs, reducing water resistance during high river flows.
Location: Mérida
Architectural style: ancient Roman architecture
Length: 790 m
Width: 7.1 m
Made from material: stone, Roman cement, granite
Part of: Guadiana River Dam, Roman Bridge over Guadiana River, Alcazaba
GPS coordinates: 38.91306,-6.35083
Latest update: May 10, 2025 23:47
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