Pont Camille-de-Hogues, Historical arch bridge in Châtellerault, France.
Description
Pont Camille-de-Hogues is a reinforced concrete arch bridge crossing the Vienne River with a span of about 140 meters. Three large arches rest on sturdy pillars that support the structure above the water.
History
The bridge was built between 1899 and 1900 following François Hennebique's design and counts among France's earliest major reinforced concrete bridges. This structure set new standards in European bridge engineering at the time.
Culture
The bridge links two parts of Châtellerault and has become an ordinary passage for both pedestrians and vehicles crossing daily. It shapes how the town views its industrial past and modern life together.
Practical
The bridge is open for walking and offers good views of the river from above, especially from the sidewalks. Visitors should note this is active traffic and staying aware of movement during busy times is helpful.
Did you know?
Between 2006 and 2009, the structure underwent restoration using an electrochemical technique to repair concrete damage. This innovative method halted material decay without destroying the original structure.
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