Puente del Cristo de la Expiración, Steel road bridge in Triana District, Seville, Spain
Description
Puente del Cristo de la Expiración is a steel road bridge spanning the Guadalquivir River in Seville's Triana District with two arches of 130 meters each supporting a 30-meter wide deck. The structure covers a total length of around 223 meters connecting both riverbanks.
History
The bridge was built in 1991 as part of the Chapina riverbank restoration project, which recovered 4 kilometers of the Guadalquivir River's original path through Seville. This renovation significantly transformed the local landscape.
Culture
The bridge connects to nearby religious practices through the Patrocinio Chapel, where a local brotherhood conducts processions during Holy Week. This link gives the structure meaning beyond its function as a crossing.
Practical
The pedestrian walkways feature white canvas covers suspended from masts that provide shade from the strong Andalusian sun. This shading makes crossing comfortable even on hot days.
Did you know?
The bridge was constructed over dry land before the earthen dam was removed, earning it the local nickname Bridge of Leperos among residents. This unusual building method reflects the innovative approach taken during the riverbank recovery.
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