Malvan bridge, Stone viaduct in Vence, France
The Malvan bridge is a stone viaduct spanning a valley near Vence with six arches supporting its structure. The construction demonstrates the engineering techniques used for early 20th-century railway infrastructure in southern France.
The viaduct was built in 1912 to connect the tramway between Cagnes and Vence. After bombing in 1944, most of the structure was destroyed, leaving only one pillar standing.
The last standing pillar of the bridge became the setting for the final scene in Georges Lautner's 1966 film, where it was demolished during filming.
The site is best reached on foot and offers views of the remaining structures in the valley below. The location is fairly exposed, so check the weather before visiting.
The final standing pillar of this structure played a role in a 1966 French film. The remaining pillar was deliberately altered during filming to create specific scenes.
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