Pont Neuf, Oldest bridge in France
The Pont Neuf is the oldest standing bridge in Paris.
Construction began in 1578 under the administration of King Henry III.
Frequently featured in artworks, it's an iconic symbol of the city.
Connects the 6th arrondissement to Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois.
Part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site 'Banks of the Seine' in Paris.
Location: 6th arrondissement of Paris
Location: Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois
Location: Quartier de la Monnaie
Location: Paris
Inception: 1578
Architect: Jean-Baptiste Androuet du Cerceau
Official opening: 1607
Length: 238 m
Width: 22 m
Material: stone
Source: Wikimedia
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The Equestrian statue of Henry IV exhibits regal prominence on the Pont Neuf.
