Viaduc de Barajol, Railway bridge in Riom-ès-Montagnes, France.
The Viaduc de Barajol spans 317 meters across the Petite Rhue valley, supported by twelve arches and reaching a height of 57 meters.
Built in 1908, this railway bridge connected the towns of Riom-ès-Montagnes and Saint-Amandin, forming part of the Bort-les-Orgues to Neussargues railway line.
The structure received recognition as a historical monument in 1984 and earned the designation of 20th Century Heritage for its architectural significance.
Located at coordinates 45.304, 2.6944, the viaduct stands at an elevation of 811 meters and serves as a central attraction of the Gentiane Express tourist train.
The viaduct combines local gneiss and basalt volcanic stone in its construction, standing among grazing Salers cattle in the Cézallier massif.
Location: Riom-ès-Montagnes
Location: Saint-Amandin
Height: 57 m
Length: 317 m
GPS coordinates: 45.30400,2.69440
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:06
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