Ponte de Vila Formosa, Roman bridge in Alter do Chão, Portugal.
The Vila Formosa Bridge spans 116.65 meters across the Seda stream with six round arches supported by quadrangular stone pillars and decorated moldings.
Constructed between the first and second centuries, this Roman bridge formed part of the vital route connecting Lisbon to Mérida, the capital of Lusitania.
The bridge received National Monument status in 1910, reflecting the engineering methods and architectural achievements of Roman civilization in the Iberian Peninsula.
Located in the Portalegre district of Alentejo, the bridge maintains its original function as an active road connection between Alter do Chão and Ponte de Sôr.
The structure features decorative gargoyles along its guards and a carved half-moon detail in one corner of the main arch.
Location: Seda
Inception: 1 century
Length: 116.65 m
GPS coordinates: 39.21606,-7.78486
Latest update: March 5, 2025 18:04
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