Punt Ota, Footbridge in Grisons, Switzerland
Punt Ota is a wooden footbridge that crosses a mountain river to connect the communities of S-chanf and Zernez. The span allows foot travelers a direct route between the two settlements nestled in the Grisons Alps.
The original bridge was constructed in 1710 and bears an inscription naming Flurin P Tumaesch and Alesch Frauntz. The structure represents centuries of alpine settlement and the need for reliable crossings in mountain valleys.
The footbridge serves as a daily crossing point for local residents and hikers moving between the two villages in this mountain valley. The structure remains woven into the rhythm of life in this remote Grisons region.
The crossing is reachable via marked hiking trails and lies near public transportation stops in the valley. The best visiting season is during warmer months when mountain trails are fully accessible.
The footbridge has served its crossing function for more than 3 centuries and continues to receive maintenance to preserve its original construction. Few structures in the region have maintained their purpose so consistently across generations.
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