Covered Bridge, Timber covered bridge in Lovech, Bulgaria

The Covered Bridge (Pokrit most) in Lovech is a pedestrian bridge over the Osam River, 106 meters long, linking the new town with the Varosha architectural reserve. Rebuilt in 1981–82 to resemble Kolyu Ficheto's wooden original, it has a reinforced concrete structure with a glazed roof and 14 shops along its length.

Master builder Kolyu Ficheto completed the original wooden structure in 1874, with local residents contributing labor and funds for its construction. The bridge was later rebuilt while maintaining its core character and its role as a vital connector across the river.

The bridge is the official symbol of Lovech. Its covered form was the idea of local craftsmen, and the original structure held 64 small shops of 2.5 by 2.5 metres each, lit by gas lanterns. Today 14 shops sell souvenirs tied to Lovech and the region.

The bridge is a pedestrian walkway linking Lovech's centre with the Varosha reserve. It is illuminated under the Beautiful Bulgaria programme, so an evening crossing is possible. The deck is 106 m long with two 0.80 m pavements and two viewing terraces with parapets.

The original structure was adorned with four decorative elements: a lion sculpture, a two-headed eagle, a female figure, and an Ottoman mace. These ornaments reflect the region's cultural history and represent the artistic craftsmanship of that era.