Vieux pont de Gien, Medieval stone bridge in Gien, France
The Vieux Pont de Gien spans 282 meters across the Loire River with twelve arches supported by eleven strong pillars and two abutments.
The current structure, completed in 1734, replaced an original 1246 bridge, and sustained damage during World War II when German forces destroyed several arches.
The bridge features a cross dedicated to Saint Nicolas, the patron saint of sailors, positioned at the highest point of its curved structure.
The bridge carries the D941 departmental road with two traffic lanes and pedestrian walkways, connecting the northern and southern parts of Gien.
The bridge incorporates stones from multiple regional quarries, including Briare, Souppes-sur-Loing, and Cargoloin, selected for their specific resistance properties.
Location: Gien
Length: 282 m
Made from material: stone
GPS coordinates: 47.68250,2.63083
Latest update: May 28, 2025 15:26
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