Pont des Arches, Stone bridge in central Liège, Belgium.
Pont des Arches is a stone arch bridge over the Meuse River in Liège, linking the city center to the Outremeuse district on the eastern bank. It carries both road and foot traffic and stands as one of the main crossings over the river in the city.
In 1034, Bishop Reginard had a seven-arch bridge built at this spot, making it one of the oldest known stone crossings in the region. Over the centuries, the original structure was replaced, and the current bridge took its place.
The bridge displays statues connected to medieval heritage and local Walloon traditions that visitors see while crossing. These artworks reflect the region's identity and add character to the crossing.
The bridge sits in the heart of Liège and is easy to reach on foot from the city center. Since it carries a busy road, using the pedestrian walkways on the sides is the most comfortable way to cross, especially at peak times.
In September 2024, a large barge hit the bridge and knocked one of the decorative figures into the Meuse. The figure was later recovered, but the event showed how close river traffic passes to the bridge piers.
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