Ponte Santa Maria

The Ponte Santa Maria crosses the Maggiore Canal with a simple design made of Istrian stone blocks without protective railings on its sides.

Archaeological investigations revealed that while the current bridge dates from the 15th century, its foundations rest upon structures from the 13th century.

Local tales associate this bridge with supernatural elements, leading to its alternate name Devil's Bridge and stories of mystical events on December 24th.

Visitors can reach the bridge by taking a vaporetto to Torcello island and walking along the main path from the dock toward the cathedral.

The bridge stands among meadows and fields on an island that once housed twelve parishes and sixteen monasteries but now counts only 15 permanent residents.

Location: Venice

Address: Fondamenta dei Borgognoni, 5, 30142 Venezia VE, Italy

GPS coordinates: 45.49787,12.41762

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:08