Ponte alla Carraia

The Ponte alla Carraia extends 140 meters across the Arno River, connecting the Oltrarno district to the central area of Florence with five stone arches.

First constructed in 1218 as a wooden structure called Ponte Nuovo, the bridge underwent multiple reconstructions due to floods before its current form was completed in 1952.

The bridge served as a launching point for traditional fireworks during the celebrations of St. John's Day until the early nineteenth century.

Located between Lungarno Guicciardini and Lungarno Soderini, the bridge allows vehicle traffic and pedestrian access between northern and southern Florence.

A family of coypus, large water-dwelling rodents, has established residence near the northernmost column of the bridge in a small dam.

Location: Florence

Inception: 1218

Architects: Lapo Tedesco

Official opening: 1952

Length: 140 m

Width: 14 m

Made from material: wood, stone

GPS coordinates: 43.77024,11.24725

Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29