Pont de Berne, Covered bridge across Sarine River in Fribourg, Switzerland.
Description
The Pont de Berne is a wooden bridge crossing the Sarine River in Fribourg, with stone supports on either side. It spans roughly 40 meters and features a protective roof added in 1885.
History
A bridge first stood at this location in 1250 as an important crossing over the Sarine River. It underwent significant rebuilding in 1653 and again in 1853-1854, when the central support and deck were replaced.
Culture
The bridge takes its name from a neighboring region and today serves as a popular pedestrian path through the Old Town. Locals use it daily as a quick crossing, and many visitors pause to enjoy views of the river below.
Practical
The crossing is open to pedestrians year-round and requires no admission fee. It is easily reached on foot and offers the most direct route between the two sides of the Old Town.
Did you know?
In 1340, local defenders destroyed the bridge to prevent Bernese invaders from crossing the Sarine River. This dramatic moment shows how crucial this crossing was to the city's survival.
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