Pont Clemenceau, Metal bridge over Seine River in Vernon, France
Description
Pont Clemenceau is a metal bridge that spans approximately 250 meters across the Seine, connecting both sides of Vernon. It features a straightforward steel construction that accommodates both pedestrian and vehicle traffic.
History
The bridge was named after French politician Georges Clemenceau and replaced a stone structure destroyed by German forces in 1944. It was rebuilt in the 1950s as part of postwar reconstruction efforts.
Culture
The bridge links Vernon with the neighboring Giverny art community, where painters and artists regularly gathered. This location made it a vital passage for the region's creative community.
Practical
The crossing is easy to use on foot or by car and sits along route D181 near the town center. The structure is open and freely accessible, allowing direct passage between neighborhoods.
Did you know?
Engineers Albert Long-Depaquit and Jacques Lizée oversaw the construction, while the Schneider company manufactured and installed the steel structure. Few visitors know these names or recognize the engineering effort behind the crossing.
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