Souleuvre Viaduct, Steel railway bridge in Carville, France
The Souleuvre Viaduct is a steel railway bridge that crosses a valley over 364 meters with five stone pillars supporting its span. The structure uses a steel truss design resting on massive stone foundations that create an elegant arc across the landscape.
Built in 1893 from a design by Gustave Eiffel, the bridge carried railway traffic for over seven decades until service stopped in 1970. The structure was preserved when trains no longer ran, allowing it to transition to other uses rather than disappear.
The structure has become a place where visitors experience both history and modern recreation in the same space. This transformation shows how industrial landmarks can shift from serving practical needs to creating shared experiences for people seeking adventure.
The site welcomes visitors mainly on weekends and offers several outdoor activities to try. Wear comfortable shoes since you will walk on the bridge and may experience heights from the viewing platforms.
A glass platform called Skycube was added in 2022, letting visitors look straight down through a transparent floor from 61 meters high. This recent addition creates an unusual sensation of standing above the valley with nothing beneath you.
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