Ponte delle Torri, Medieval bridge and aqueduct in Spoleto, Italy.
The stone structure spans 230 meters in length and reaches 80 meters in height, connecting Sant'Elia hill with Monteluco through nine pointed arches.
Built between the 13th and 14th centuries upon Roman foundations, the bridge incorporated elements from both fortress defense systems and water transportation infrastructure.
The bridge represents medieval engineering techniques, combining architectural elements of defense towers with the practical function of an aqueduct system.
Visitors can access the bridge from Piazza Campello by following Via del Ponte, which runs along the walls of Rocca Albornoziana fortress.
Two massive pillars function as defensive towers, while the structure carried water from Cortaccione springs to supply the city of Spoleto.
Location: Spoleto
Height: 80 m
Length: 230 m
Part of: Acquedotto di Cortaccione
Address: via del Ponte 06049 06049
GPS coordinates: 42.73308,12.74358
Latest update: May 13, 2025 06:43
Umbria preserves traces of over two millennia of history through its archaeological sites, religious monuments, and remarkable natural formations. The region features underground complexes such as Orvieto Underground with its 1,200 passages carved into volcanic tuff, and Narni Underground, revealing medieval chapels and remains of Roman aqueducts. Visitors also explore the Dunarobba Fossil Forest, where 50 petrified tree trunks dating back three million years showcase the region's geological evolution. Medieval castles like Rocca Albornoziana overlook ancient towns, while monasteries such as San Pietro in Valle and Eremo delle Carceri maintain medieval art and spirituality. The Umbrian landscape stretches from Gubbio's Roman theaters to mountain villages like Castelluccio, perched at 1,452 meters (4,764 feet) above sea level, and includes the Nera Natural Park, which protects over 2,120 hectares (5,243 acres) of forests and limestone formations. These sites trace the region’s history from the Etruscan civilization through the Renaissance.
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