Ducharme Bridge

The Ducharme Bridge is a wooden covered structure built with a traditional lattice truss design that crosses the Bostonnais River. It is constructed entirely from spruce wood and features the characteristic enclosed design typical of covered bridges.

The bridge was built between 1945 and 1946, with its official opening taking place in 1948 following the local need for a river crossing. It represents a period when wooden covered bridges were still important infrastructure for communities.

The bridge takes its name from Romulus Ducharme, a local politician who served in the Legislative Assembly representing the Laviolette district. This naming reflects how the community honored figures who shaped the region.

The bridge is located on Rue de l'Église in La Bostonnais and serves as a direct crossing over the river for both vehicles and pedestrians. The surrounding area is quiet and rural, making it easy to access and explore at a leisurely pace.

This bridge represents one of the final examples of a bridge engineering method developed by Quebec's Department of Colonization in the early 20th century. Such wooden structures were gradually replaced by modern construction techniques, making them uncommon sights today.

Location: La Bostonnais

Official opening: 1948

Length: 41.76 m

Width: 6.55 m

Made from material: wood

GPS coordinates: 47.51972,-72.68083

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:01