Viaduc des Rochers Noirs

The Viaduc des Rochers Noirs stretches 160 meters across the Luzège gorges, featuring a main span of 172 meters and rising 92 meters above the river.

Built between 1911 and 1913, the viaduct served the Transcorrézien steam train line connecting Tulle to Ussel until its conversion to road traffic in 1959.

The viaduct represents an engineering achievement by Albert Gisclard, with only five bridges of this specific design remaining worldwide, all located in France.

Visitors can explore three different hiking trails around the structure, including a path that crosses a Himalayan footbridge positioned beneath the viaduct.

Following a major restoration project completed in September 2024, the viaduct now welcomes pedestrians, cyclists, and mountain bikers to cross its historic span.

Location: Lapleau

Location: Soursac

Inception: January 1, 1913

Architects: Albert Gisclard

Height: 92 m

Length: 160 m

Longest Span: 172 m

Address: 19550 D89E, France 19550 D89E

Phone: +33555275261

Website: https://tourismecorreze.com/fr/tourisme_detail/viaduc_des_rochers_noirs.html

GPS coordinates: 45.26808,2.18243

Latest update: July 24, 2025 12:07