Chateaubriand Bridge

The Chateaubriand Bridge is a modern road bridge made of reinforced concrete that spans the Rance River. It uses a single large arch design without supports in the water to connect the two communities.

Construction began in 1988 and was completed in 1990 under the direction of French architects and engineers. The project created a new road connection across the river that had been needed for the region.

The bridge takes its name from the French writer François-René de Chateaubriand and connects two small communities across the river. It has become a familiar landmark in the daily life of local residents.

The bridge is easy to walk across, offering good views of the river from above. Visit on clear days when you can see the surrounding landscape and the river below most clearly.

The structure uses an open arch design that requires no supports placed in the water itself. This clever approach keeps the river completely unobstructed for water traffic below.

Location: Plouër-sur-Rance

Location: La Ville-ès-Nonais

Inception: 1990

Architects: Charles Lavigne

Official opening: 1990

Length: 424 m

Longest Span: 250 m

Made from material: reinforced concrete, steel

GPS coordinates: 48.53690,-1.97139

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:42