Arco olimpico di Torino, Modern pedestrian bridge in Turin, Italy
The Arco olimpico di Torino is a modern pedestrian bridge with a red steel arch connecting the Lingotto district with the Olympic Village. The structure spans about 55 meters in length and uses 32 cable stays for its construction, similar to bicycle wheel spokes.
The bridge was completed in 2005 and served as a vital connection during the 2006 Winter Olympics between two newly developed city areas. The project was part of a broader renewal of Turin that aimed to modernize the city and prepare it for the Games.
The structure connects two districts and represents the urban transformation Turin experienced through hosting the Olympics. Visitors can observe the international design influences directly in the modern red steel construction.
Walking across the bridge offers good views of both neighborhoods and is freely accessible to pedestrians and cyclists. The nearest metro stations are near Via Nizza, making access straightforward.
The bridge was designed by English architect Hugh Dutton in collaboration with Italian studio Camerana&Partners, blending European design traditions. This international partnership made the project an example of cross-border architectural cooperation.
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