Lattre de Tassigny bridge, Steel bridge across Rhône River in Lyon, France
The Lattre de Tassigny Bridge is a steel structure crossing the Rhone River in Lyon, featuring eight columns in Egyptian style that anchor the construction. It spans about 150 meters and includes a roadway alongside separate paths for pedestrians and cyclists.
The current structure opened in 1956 and replaced the older Louis-Philippe Bridge from 1849, which was demolished after flood damage made it unsafe. This new construction marked an important rebuilding effort in the post-war period and has stood for decades.
The bridge carries the name of a French general whose memory remains connected to the city and whose naming reflects local historical importance.
The bridge is accessible daily for all users and provides a reliable crossing over the river regardless of weather or season. Both vehicles and pedestrians or cyclists find safe passage with clearly defined spaces for each.
The eight Egyptian-style columns that define this structure serve a practical purpose while giving the bridge an unusual architectural appearance. This distinctive design has earned it the local nickname 'Egyptian Bridge' among residents and visitors.
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