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Lezíria Bridge, Road bridge in Carregado, Portugal.

The Lezíria Bridge extends for 12 kilometers across the Tagus and Sorraia Rivers with a main span measuring 972 meters in length.

The construction of this transportation link started in 2005 and required 21 months to complete using the balanced cantilever method.

The bridge serves as a connection point between the municipalities of Benavente and Carregado, integrating communities on both sides of the rivers.

Vehicles traveling on the six-lane IC 11 - A 10 highway can cross the bridge at speeds up to 120 kilometers per hour with toll fees.

This structure stands as Europe's third-longest bridge, featuring multiple spans ranging from 95 to 133 meters across its box girder design.

Inception: July 8, 2007

Official opening: July 2007

GPS coordinates: 39.01300,-8.93500

Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29

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