Dona Amélia Bridge

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Dona Amélia Bridge, Railway bridge in Valada and Muge, Portugal

The iron bridge spans 840 meters across the Tagus River with 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.

The structure received its name in honor of Queen Amélia of Portugal, who attended the inauguration ceremony with King Carlos I.

In 2001, the bridge transformed from railway to road traffic, creating a vital connection between the municipalities of Salvaterra de Magos and Cartaxo.

The iron components were manufactured by Fill and Lilles company, with air-compressed caissons filled with hydraulic concrete supporting the structure.

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: September 23, 2025 16:45

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