Ponte de Aljezur, Road arch bridge in Aljezur, Portugal.
Ponte de Aljezur is a road arch bridge spanning the Ribeira de Aljezur with three arches supported by rectangular pillars. The structure connects different parts of town and sits along the main national road through the area.
The original medieval structure was destroyed by a major flood in 1947. It was later rebuilt in the second half of the 20th century.
The bridge is a familiar landmark for locals and connects the historic center with the outer parts of town. It shapes the appearance of the old town and forms part of everyday routes through Aljezur.
You can cross the bridge on foot with ease and it is simple to reach from the nearby historic center. It serves as a natural orientation point for navigating through town.
The bridge sits where two river channels meet and opens onto a floodplain with rare plant species. This water landscape offers an unexpected contrast to the dry surroundings of the region.
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