Bridge over the Trient

The concrete bridge stretches 168 meters across the Trient River, supported by a single arch design that reaches a height of 187 meters.

The bridge opened on June 10, 1934, marking a period of infrastructure development in the Valais region during the early twentieth century.

The structure holds class B Swiss cultural property status, representing regional architectural achievements and engineering methods of the 1930s construction period.

The bridge connects both sides of the Trient valley, providing essential passage for vehicles and pedestrians while offering clear views of the surrounding mountains.

The site of this bridge witnessed a significant military confrontation between Old Switzerland and Young Switzerland forces on May 21, 1844.

Location: Vernayaz

Location: Valais

Inception: June 10, 1934

Official opening: June 10, 1934

Height: 187 m

Length: 168.36 m

Made from material: reinforced concrete

Part of: list of cultural properties in Vernayaz

GPS coordinates: 46.12861,7.04056

Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29