Bridge Le Pont de Carouge

The Pont de Carouge is a road and tram bridge that crosses the Arve River and links the two municipalities. Its stone construction supports vehicle and tram traffic along with pedestrian pathways on both sides.

Bridges have existed at this crossing for thousands of years, but the current structure dates to the early 1800s. The design was later adapted to accommodate expanding traffic and new transportation systems.

The crossing links two communities with distinct identities and serves as a daily passage for residents. It has become woven into the fabric of how people move between these neighboring places.

The crossing remains accessible to pedestrians at all times and clearly separates different traffic flows. Rush hours tend to be busier, especially when multiple trams are operating.

For several decades, the structure served as a key monitoring station where scientists measured and recorded water flow in the Arve River. This data helped track changes in the river over time.

Location: Carouge

Architects: Nicolas Céard

Length: 69 m

Part of: list of cultural properties in Carouge

GPS coordinates: 46.18800,6.14193

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:48