Ancien Pont Bridge, Historic bridge in Cotonou, Benin
The Ancien Pont Bridge extends across the Kouta Canal, connecting the eastern and western sections of Cotonou through its concrete and steel structure.
Constructed between 1927 and 1930, this bridge stands as the first crossing point built over the Cotonou Lagoon, marking a turning point in local infrastructure.
The bridge links the port district with the former village of Akpakpa, representing the connection between traditional neighborhoods and commercial zones of Cotonou.
More than 2,000 vehicles cross the bridge daily, while two-wheeled vehicles constitute sixty-seven percent of the traffic flow according to recent measurements.
The structure underwent significant modifications in 1981 to combat the effects of marine spray, which continues to impact its maintenance requirements.
GPS coordinates: 6.35889,2.44175
Latest update: March 9, 2025 16:07
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