Žampach viaduct, Railway bridge in Luka pod Medníkem, Czech Republic
The Žampach viaduct is a stone railway bridge spanning about 109 meters across the Kocour gorge with seven symmetrical arches. It rises about 42 meters above the Studený stream and connects two stations with a graceful arched structure.
The viaduct was begun in 1898 and completed in 1900, with Italian workers constructing the railway infrastructure. Its opening marked a major milestone for rail connections through this mountainous region.
The structure is part of the Posázavský pacifik railway line, whose name came from local hiking groups in the 1920s. Today the route shapes how people experience the landscape and draws enthusiasts of railway heritage.
The bridge is best viewed from trails that run along the gorge or from nearby viewpoints. Visitors exploring the area should note that the terrain is steep and requires careful footing.
Built from granodiorite and stone, the structure has required no major repairs since its completion in 1900. This durability reflects the exceptional quality of the original engineering and materials used.
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