Ponte Ernesto Dornelles

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Ponte Ernesto Dornelles, Road bridge in Bento Gonçalves and Veranópolis, Brazil.

The Ernesto Dornelles Bridge spans 287.7 meters over the Rio das Antas, featuring two parallel concrete arches without support pillars in the riverbed.

Construction of the bridge began on February 16, 1942, and was completed on August 31, 1952, marking a significant advancement in Brazilian infrastructure.

The bridge design influenced regional engineering, becoming part of the Rio Grande do Sul Road Department official logo as a symbol of progress.

Located on highway BR-470, the bridge connects the municipalities of Bento Gonçalves and Veranópolis, facilitating transportation and commerce between these regions.

The structure rises 46 meters above the river with a free span of 186 meters between support points, ranking among the largest suspended parallel arch bridges worldwide.

GPS coordinates: -29.04761,-51.56998

Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29

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