Passerelle Marc-Seguin, Suspension bridge in Tournon-sur-Rhône, France
The Passerelle Marc-Seguin connects Tournon-sur-Rhône and Tain-l'Hermitage across the Rhône River using a suspension design with steel cable construction. The structure spans the water and allows pedestrians to move easily between the two riverbanks.
Marc Seguin created the original structure in 1825 as the first suspension bridge over the Rhône using innovative steel cable techniques. The initial construction was removed in 1965 due to navigation requirements and later reconstructed.
The crossing links two wine regions and locals use it daily to move between vineyards and homes on either side. It serves as a natural meeting point where people from both riverbanks can gather and interact.
The crossing is open to visitors daily and features spacious walkways on both sides for crossing. Early mornings or late afternoons tend to be less crowded times if you prefer a quieter experience.
Today's structure is an exact reconstruction of the 1825 original, preserving a rare example of early suspension bridge engineering. The replica demonstrates how engineers of that era already created impressive structures spanning wide rivers.
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