Pont Raymond Barre, Tram bridge in Confluence district, France
The Pont Raymond Barre is a 260-meter tram bridge across the Rhone River in Lyon, connecting the Confluence district with Gerland. The structure has three distinct sections and carries a light rail line along with pedestrian and bicycle traffic.
Construction started in November 2011 and finished in September 2013 as part of the T1 tram line extension project. The project created a direct link between two districts that were previously separated.
The bridge is named after a former Lyon mayor and shows how the city has modernized its infrastructure. It connects two neighborhoods with different purposes: one focused on cultural institutions and the other serving as a transit hub.
The bridge is roughly 17.5 meters wide with dedicated paths for the tram, bicycles, and pedestrians. It connects the museum district directly to Gerland metro station and provides daily access for public transit users.
The steel deck was assembled at a specialized port and then transported by barges down the river to the construction site. This unusual delivery method allowed the massive structure to be positioned into place without major disruptions.
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