Dezful Old Bridge

This 350-meter stone and brick structure spans the Dez River with 14 arches, connecting eastern and western parts of the ancient city through reinforced concrete and traditional lime mortar construction.

Built during the Sasanian era around 260 CE by order of Shapur I, this bridge was constructed using tens of thousands of Roman prisoners captured after the Battle of Edessa, earning it the nickname Roman Bridge.

Recognized as Iranian National Heritage since 1931, this architectural masterpiece represents the fusion of Sasanian, Islamic, and later Persian building techniques across multiple historical periods including Safavid and Qajar dynasties.

Currently restricted to pedestrian traffic only since 2010, visitors can access this heritage site for free while guided tours are recommended for better understanding of its historical significance and architectural details.

This bridge stands as one of the world's oldest continuously used river crossings, featuring original Sasanian stone foundations combined with medieval Islamic arches and modern reinforcement materials from the Pahlavi period.

Location: Dezful County

Official opening: 3 century

Architectural style: Sasanian architecture, Buyid architecture, Seljuk architecture, Safavid architecture, Qajar architecture, Pahlavi architecture

Elevation above the sea: 118 m

Height: 10 m

Length: 350 m

Longest Span: 6 m

Made from material: stone, brick, lime mortar, plaster, reinforced concrete, cement

GPS coordinates: 32.38181,48.39058

Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45