Tourniquet de Pierre Chave, Road bridge in Miribel-les-Échelles and Saint-Aupre, France.
The Tourniquet de Pierre Chave spans across and supports the D49 road, creating a distinctive configuration between Saint-Étienne de Crossey and Miribel-les-Échelles.
Construction of the bridge dates back to 1886, connecting the western Chartreuse region through an innovative engineering design during the era of Napoleon III.
The bridge's location near the Rocharey State Forest provides access to the Chapel of Saint-Roch, built in 1631 as protection against the plague.
A dirt path inside the bridge's loop offers parking space for visitors exploring the surrounding hiking trails and natural attractions.
The bridge features a rare road configuration where it both supports and crosses over the same road, demonstrating advanced 19th-century engineering techniques.
Location: Miribel-les-Échelles
Location: Saint-Aupre
GPS coordinates: 45.41393,5.68296
Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29
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