Eleutherna Bridge

The limestone bridge spans 9.35 meters in length and reaches a height between 4 and 4.2 meters, featuring a triangular arch design characteristic of ancient engineering.

The bridge dates back to the Hellenistic period, with scholarly estimates placing its construction between the late 4th and early 3rd century BC.

This ancient structure represents Greek engineering methods, demonstrating how builders created stable crossings without using mortar between the limestone blocks.

The bridge maintains its original function by providing passage across the confluence of the Pharangitis and Chalopota streams near the archaeological site of Eleutherna.

The structure's single span measures 3.95 meters and contains an isosceles triangular opening cut from unmortared limestone blocks with a height of 1.84 meters.

Location: Rethymno Prefecture

Length: 9.35 m

Longest Span: 3.95 m

Made from material: stone

GPS coordinates: 35.33814,24.67028

Latest update: May 19, 2025 18:05