Viaduc des Eaux-salées

The Viaduc des Eaux-salées is a railway bridge connecting two coastal municipalities along the Mediterranean coast and spanning across a valley. The structure consists of several arches made of stone and masonry that gracefully extend across the terrain.

A French engineer designed this bridge in the late 1800s, and construction took several decades until completion in the early 1900s. The bridge was part of a major railway project to connect coastal towns with inland cities.

The bridge takes its name from salt water springs that naturally occur in this area and shape the character of the landscape. Visitors today can still discover these salty springs when exploring the paths beneath and around the structure.

The best way to visit the bridge is on foot using marked trails that run beneath and around the structure from the nearby villages. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes since some paths may include stairs or steep sections.

The bridge was recognized as Heritage of the 20th Century in 2000, marking it as a significant example of French engineering from that era. This recognition honors the innovative construction techniques that were used when building it.

Location: Carry-le-Rouet

Location: Ensuès-la-Redonne

Length: 246 m

Address: 13620 Ensuès-la-Redonne, France

GPS coordinates: 43.33280,5.18508

Latest update: December 18, 2025 08:59