Dona Amélia Bridge

Dona Amélia Bridge is an iron bridge that crosses the Tagus River with a total length of 840 meters. The structure comprises fourteen sections of 60 meters each, supported by thirteen pillars and two abutments.

The bridge opened on January 14, 1904, establishing the first continuous railway connection between the North and South lines in Portugal. This connection became crucial to the country's transport infrastructure.

The bridge was named after Queen Amélia of Portugal, who attended the opening ceremony alongside King Carlos I. This naming honors a significant figure in Portuguese royal history.

The bridge was converted from railway to road traffic in 2001, now connecting the municipalities of Salvaterra de Magos and Cartaxo. For visitors, it helps to know this structure serves as a key route between these two locations.

The iron components were manufactured by the Fill and Lilles company, showcasing early 20th century engineering innovation. The construction used air-compressed caissons filled with hydraulic concrete, a then-advanced solution for river crossing.

Location: Valada

Location: Muge

Inception: 1903

Official opening: January 14, 1904

Length: 840 m

Width: 5 m

GPS coordinates: 39.10526,-8.73451

Latest update: December 12, 2025 16:40