Arrábida Bridge, Concrete arch bridge in Porto, Portugal
The 493-meter Arrábida Bridge spans across the Douro River, connecting Porto to Vila Nova de Gaia with six traffic lanes at 52 meters above water.
When completed in 1963, the reinforced concrete arch bridge featured the world's longest concrete span at 270 meters, marking a milestone in engineering.
The Portuguese government designated this concrete arch structure as a National Monument, recognizing its role in connecting communities across the Douro River.
The bridge carries thousands of vehicles daily on its 26-meter-wide deck, forming a vital link between Porto's downtown and Vila Nova de Gaia's commercial areas.
Since 2016, visitors can walk on the bridge's arch structure while wearing safety equipment, offering direct contact with this engineering achievement.
Location: Lordelo do Ouro e Massarelos
Location: Santa Marinha e São Pedro da Afurada
Inception: June 22, 1963
Official opening: 1963
Length: 493.2 m
Made from material: concrete
GPS coordinates: 41.14747,-8.64034
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45
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