Pont de l'île Saint-Denis

Pont de l'île Saint-Denis is a heritage-listed double bridge that spans the Seine River, connecting Saint-Denis with Villeneuve-la-Garenne through L'Île-Saint-Denis. The structure was built from cast iron and stone and now carries both vehicle traffic and the T1 tramway line.

The original design came from engineer Louis-Pierre Caldagues, who replaced a suspension bridge from 1844. The structure was completed in 1905 and has served since as a key transportation link between northern communities.

The bridge displays decorative details by sculptor Florian Kulikowski that reflect early 20th-century French artistic design. These ornamental elements show how engineering and art came together in that era.

The bridge is easily accessible and connects two places on either side of the Seine. You can walk across it or use the tram to cross the river.

The structure sits on an island in the middle of the river and withstood several accidents, including a collision with a German barge in 1941. It also survived the severe Seine floods in 1983.

Location: Villeneuve-la-Garenne

Location: L'Île-Saint-Denis

GPS coordinates: 48.93580,2.34167

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:41