Pont de l'Iroise, Cable-stayed bridge in Finistère, France
The Pont de l'Iroise is a cable-stayed bridge made of reinforced concrete that stretches 800 meters across the Elorn River, connecting Le Relecq-Kerhuon and Plougastel-Daoulas. The two towers rise approximately 113 meters and support the roadway using steel cables strung between them.
Construction finished in 1994 to provide a modern crossing and replace the older Albert-Louppe Bridge that had served the area for decades. The project was part of regional improvements to connect settlements with centers further south and reduce traffic congestion.
The bridge takes its name from the Iroise waters and connects two communities that were previously separated by significant detours. It has become woven into the daily routines of residents traveling between home and work in the nearby urban areas.
The bridge carries heavy traffic during rush hours, especially in the morning and evening when commuters travel between the communities. Plan to cross flexibly to avoid peak times if you have time to spare.
The bridge's main span stretches 400 meters without intermediate support, making it one of the longest unsupported spans for cable-stayed bridges in France. This remarkable span allowed engineers to cross the river without major disruption to river traffic.
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