Pont Saint-Martial, Medieval stone bridge in Limoges, France
The Saint-Martial Bridge spans 85 meters across the Vienne River with seven granite arches and features a humpback shape with stone pavement.
Built in 1215 on Gallo-Roman foundations, the bridge served as the sole crossing point over the Vienne River for more than twelve centuries.
The bridge takes its name from Saint Martial, a third-century bishop who spread Christianity among the local population of the Limoges region.
Visitors can access the bridge from 6 Rue du Pont Saint-Martial, which connects the city center to the left bank of the Vienne River.
During the annual Bridge Festival in late June, the Saint-Martial Bridge hosts celebrations with fairs, dances, and fireworks along the riverbanks.
Location: Limoges
Length: 85 m
Made from material: stone
GPS coordinates: 45.82070,1.26558
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:45
Limoges, a city in central France, shows traces of its long history through streets, bridges and buildings. The Saint-Étienne Cathedral rises above the old town with its colored glass windows, while the Bénédictins railway station welcomes travelers with its decorated facade and large hall. The Vienne River flows through the city, crossed by old stone bridges like Pont Saint-Étienne, which offers views of the riverbanks. Rue de la Boucherie preserves the legacy of the medieval butchers' guild with its half-timbered houses and narrow lanes. Museums display porcelain and medieval enamels, including the Musée National Adrien Dubouché and the Musée de l'Évêché. Parks like Jardin de l'Évêché or Parc Victor Thuillat provide places to walk. The Halles Centrales bring life to the city center with its market, while squares and fountains like Fontaine des Barres serve as meeting points in daily life.
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Hôtel de ville de Limoges
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Jardin botanique de l'Evêché
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Saint-Étienne bridge
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Chapel of St. Aurelianus, Limoges
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Musée de l'Évêché de Limoges
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Aquarium du Limousin
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Bords de Vienne
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Aquarium du Limousin
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Abbaye Sainte-Marie de la Règle
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Parc d'Auzette
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Pont Neuf
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Cité des métiers et des arts de Limoges
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Pont de la Révolution
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Viaduc ferroviaire de Limoges
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Khatchkar of Limoges
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Hôpital municipal de Limoges
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Cité administrative Blanqui
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Couvent des Sœurs-de-la-Providence
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Église Saint-Jean de Limoges
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Croix de Limoges
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Calvaire de Limoges
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Souterrain de la Régle
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Galerie des Hospices
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Palais épiscopal de Limoges
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Chapelle de Sainte-Marie de la Règle de Limoges
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Maison, 14 rue Raspail
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Maison, 22 boulevard de la Cité
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