Calmette Bridge, Steel bridge in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
Calmette Bridge spans across the Saigon River, connecting District 4 to District 1 in Ho Chi Minh City as a major transport corridor. The structure carries multiple lanes of traffic including cars, motorbikes, and pedestrians moving between the two districts.
The bridge was built during Ho Chi Minh City's modernization phase to connect districts that were previously isolated from one another. Its construction was part of efforts to improve urban connectivity across the Saigon River.
The bridge is named after Alexandre Yersin's colleague, reflecting Vietnam's historical ties with French colonial influence. Today it serves as a connection point where local residents pass through daily, making it part of the urban rhythm.
The bridge is busy during peak hours with heavy vehicular and pedestrian traffic crossing to both sides of the river. Walking across during quieter times of day offers a better experience than navigating through rush hour congestion.
The space beneath the bridge becomes an informal gathering spot in the evening where cyclists and photographers converge to capture the city lights and experience urban night life. This creates an unexpected alternative perspective on the city from below the main traffic level.
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