Georges-Clemenceau bridge, Concrete bridge in Nantes, France.
Description
The Georges-Clemenceau Bridge is a concrete structure that spans about 315 meters across the Pirmil arm of the Loire, connecting different sections of Nantes together. It was built with reinforced concrete and steel beams and carries cars, pedestrians, cyclists, and the tram line 4.
History
The bridge was built between 1962 and 1966 as part of an expansion plan to link Nantes to its newly developing southern districts. It was completed during a period when the city was modernizing its infrastructure and growing outward.
Culture
The bridge carries the name of Georges Clemenceau, a French statesman who led the country through World War I. His name reflects a period when France reshaped its role in European affairs.
Practical
The bridge is accessible to cars, pedestrians, and cyclists with multiple pathways across the river. After renovation work in 2005, it became integrated into the public transit system and welcomes different types of users.
Did you know?
The structure combines reinforced concrete and steel in a distinctive way through its three spans, representing engineering techniques common in the mid-20th century. This material blend remains visibly part of the structure today.
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