Ponte Rainha Santa Isabel, Cable-stayed road bridge in Coimbra, Portugal.
The Ponte Rainha Santa Isabel extends across the Mondego River with a total length of 329.4 meters and features a semi-fan cable system.
The bridge, completed in 2003 and inaugurated in 2004, required an investment of 59.3 million euros and experienced construction delays due to stability concerns.
The structure bears the name of Queen Isabel of Portugal, reflecting the connection between medieval Portuguese royalty and modern infrastructure.
The bridge carries the N17 road and connects to IC2 route, providing direct access to the University of Coimbra's Pólo II section and southern parts of the city.
Engineer António José Luís dos Reis designed this 30-meter-wide structure with a main span of 186.5 meters, incorporating advanced engineering solutions.
GPS coordinates: 40.19250,-8.42361
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45
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