Malvan bridge, Stone viaduct in Vence, France
The Malvan bridge extends 132 meters in length and reaches a height of 52 meters, featuring six stone arches across the valley.
Built in 1912 for the tramway connection between Cagnes and Vence, the bridge operated until 1932 before its partial destruction during World War II.
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 bridge's stone construction and architectural design reflected the engineering capabilities of early 20th-century railway infrastructure development in southern France.
Following an Allied bombing in August 1944, only the central pillar remained standing until 1966, when it was deliberately destroyed for cinematic purposes.
Location: Vence
Length: 132 m
Made from material: stone
GPS coordinates: 43.71083,7.11944
Latest update: April 2, 2025 22:26
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