Plaka Bridge, Stone arch bridge in Plaka, Greece
The stone bridge spans across the Arachthos River with a 40-meter arch, reaching 21 meters in height and 3.2 meters in width.
Built in 1866, the structure marked the border between Greece and the Ottoman Empire during the 1880s and survived German bombardment in World War II.
Local builders incorporated thousands of eggs mixed with limestone in the construction, following traditional engineering methods of the Epirus region.
The bridge connects the Tzoumerka mountains to the rest of Epirus and Thessaly, serving as a vital transportation link for local communities.
After its collapse in 2015 due to flooding, the bridge underwent complete reconstruction, earning the Europa Nostra award in 2021.
Location: North Tzoumerka Municipality
Architectural style: Ottoman architecture
Made from material: stone
GPS coordinates: 39.46050,21.02989
Latest update: May 11, 2025 21:06
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