Pont-aqueduc de Galas, Historical aqueduct in Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, France
The Galas Aqueduct Bridge stretches 159 meters across the Sorgue River with thirteen arches, each spanning nine meters in width and rising twenty-four meters high.
Built between 1854 and 1857, this aqueduct formed part of the Carpentras Canal system, carrying water from Merindol to support the development of Fontaine-de-Vaucluse.
The structure represents a significant achievement in Provencal hydraulic engineering, demonstrating the technical capabilities and water management priorities of 19th-century France.
Visitors can access the aqueduct via marked hiking trails that connect to various points of interest, including the Carpentras Canal and Saumane pumping station.
The monument received official recognition as a registered historical monument on November 6, 2001, cementing its status in French architectural heritage.
Location: Fontaine-de-Vaucluse
Address: La Beaume
GPS coordinates: 43.91541,5.11286
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:06
Fontaine de Vaucluse
1.6 km
Mur de la peste
3.1 km
L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue Market
4.7 km
Église Notre-Dame-des-Anges de L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
4.9 km
Château de Saumane-de-Vaucluse
2.7 km
Château de Fontaine-de-Vaucluse
1.5 km
Grenier public de L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
4.9 km
Hôtel Donadei de Campredon
4.9 km
Château de Cabrières-d'Avignon
3.8 km
Le Partage des Eaux
3.3 km
Musée Pétrarque
1.4 km
Golf de Saumane
1.6 km
Nestor le Castor
366 m
Église Saint-Trophime de Saumane-de-Vaucluse
2.2 km
Église de Fontaine-de-Vaucluse
1.3 km
Église de Lagnes
2.5 km
Ancienne chapelle des Pénitents de Lagnes
2.5 km
Fontaine du Dieu Guérisseur de Fontaine-de-Vaucluse
1.4 km
Ancien cinéma de L'Isle-Sorgue
4.9 km
Écomusée des Santons
1.4 km
La Tour d'Argent de L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
4.9 km
Église Saint-Vincent de Cabrières-d'Avignon
4 km
Château de Lagnes
2.4 km
Campredon centre d'Art
4.9 km
Chapelle de la Congrégation-des-Hommes des Pénitents bleus de L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
4.8 km
Musée du Monde Souterrain de Norbert Casteret
1.5 km
Organ in L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
4.9 km
Immeuble à L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
4.9 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes