Quintos Bridge

Quintos Bridge is a stone arch crossing over the Esla River with six vaults built from flat slabs of varying sizes. The structure extends over 50 meters and features piers with pointed and circular forms that provide support against water currents.

Built in 1920, this crossing connects the Zamora regions of Tierra de Campos and Tábara through provincial road ZA-123. It represents a modern replacement for earlier transport links that crossed this same territory.

The bridge stands near ruins of a medieval crossing that once led to the Cistercian monastery of Santa María de Moreruela. This proximity shows how transportation routes have historically connected with religious centers in the region.

The river can have strong currents, especially after heavy rain, so it is best to visit during normal water conditions. Water levels can rise and flood sections of the structure, so checking conditions before a visit is helpful.

The Ricobayo reservoir has submerged sections of the bridge over time, leaving visible marks on the stone. These water marks tell a quiet story of changes that have shaped both the structure and the surrounding landscape.

Location: Zamora Province

GPS coordinates: 41.84551,-5.78374

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:23