Pont levant Jehan Ango, Draw bridge in Dieppe, France.
The Puente levadizo Jehan Ango is a lift bridge that spans Dieppe's port with a central mechanism raising its middle section to allow larger vessels to pass through. The structure features a vertical lifting system that raises the central span without rotating or tilting the bridge.
Constructed in 1950, it replaced the former Pont Duquesne, which was destroyed during the 1944 Liberation bombings. This reconstruction was part of Dieppe's recovery after the Second World War.
The bridge is named after a Renaissance merchant from Dieppe and represents the city's ongoing link with maritime work. It physically connects neighborhoods while allowing people to cross the harbor on both sides.
The bridge stays open for both vehicles and pedestrians throughout the day and night, raising its center span when larger boats need to pass. You can cross at any time, though you may need to wait briefly if a vessel is approaching.
The lifting system raises the center span straight up rather than rotating or tilting it, making it an unusual design among European bridges. This approach keeps the harbor relatively clear even during raising operations.
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