Cautín railway bridge

The Cautín railway bridge is a steel structure spanning the river to connect two cities in southern Chile. The structure consists of multiple sections that allow trains to cross between the two sides.

A French engineer designed this bridge in the late 1800s, and the steel parts were manufactured in France. The structure was built during the 1890s and completed near the end of that decade.

The bridge links two communities and enables the daily movement of people and goods across the river. It serves as a physical connection that residents depend on for work, trade, and social interaction.

The best view of the structure is from the riverbank or surrounding walking paths available to visitors. You should be cautious during rainy weather, as the walkways can become slippery.

During construction, workers had to install metal pillars in difficult river conditions. A temporary bridge kept trains running while the permanent structure was being built.

Location: Temuco

Location: Padre Las Casas

Inception: November 13, 1898

GPS coordinates: -38.74942,-72.58752

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:06