Ponte John Fitzgerald Kennedy, National heritage bridge in Lecco and Malgrate, Italy.
Ponte John Fitzgerald Kennedy connects Lecco and Malgrate with three large arch spans that cross Lake Como's surface. The structure displays elegant engineering with sturdy piers and benefits from a modern lighting system that highlights its architectural form.
Construction started in 1942 but was interrupted by World War II, resuming from 1950 onward. The official opening happened in 1955, after which the structure became the backbone linking the two municipalities.
The bridge carries the name of assassinated US President John F. Kennedy since 1963, previously called Ponte Nuovo. This name represents a connection that locals feel across national boundaries.
Pedestrians and cyclists can cross the bridge on foot or by bike, offering a direct route between the two shorelines. Access is at ground level, making navigation straightforward for different users.
The bridge marks where the lake water transitions into the Adda River, which eventually feeds the Po. This geographic position makes it a spot where one can observe the connection between the lake and the larger river system.
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