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Pont de Pierre, Bordeaux

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The first bridge over the Garonne River at Bordeaux, Pont de Pierre was planned and designed under the orders of Napoléon Bonaparte, though its construction took place during the Bourbon Restoration between 1819 and 1822. Notice that the bridge stands on 17 arches (coincidently the same number of letters in the name Napoléon Bonaparte). White medallions cap each side in honor of the emperor, alongside the city's coat of arms (three intertwined crescents). This was the only bridge in the area until the construction of Pont Saint-Jean in 1965. Using our international travel planner, Bordeaux attractions like Pont de Pierre can form part of a personalized travel itinerary.
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  • Oddly enough, this bridge in Bordeaux was the first and was built only in 1822. Unlike other large cities, throughout the Middle Ages, the inhabitants of Bordeaux made do with boats and ferries to... 
    Oddly enough, this bridge in Bordeaux was the first and was built only in 1822. Unlike other large cities, throughout the Middle Ages, the inhabitants of Bordeaux made do with boats and ferries to...  more »
  • A very worthwhile experience, when in Bordeaux, is a walk over the almost 500 meter long Pont de Pierre, which connects the city centre with the quarter La Bastide. There are great views from here... 
    A very worthwhile experience, when in Bordeaux, is a walk over the almost 500 meter long Pont de Pierre, which connects the city centre with the quarter La Bastide. There are great views from here...  more »
  • Nice stone bridge to walk along and cross the river. Easily accessible and the tram also crosses this bridge. A nice open space at the other end of the bridge with some cafes around. Ample space to... 
    Nice stone bridge to walk along and cross the river. Easily accessible and the tram also crosses this bridge. A nice open space at the other end of the bridge with some cafes around. Ample space to...  more »
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  • This is one of Bordeaux’s most historic landmarks commissioned by Napoleon and finished after his death. It is beautiful day or night and lovely to walk across as the tide rushes in or out. The 17 arches are for the the letters in Napoleon’s full name. It’s popular with runners because the traffic is limited.
  • Nice stone bridge to walk along and cross the river. Easily accessible and the tram also crosses this bridge. A nice open space at the other end of the bridge with some cafes around. Ample space to walk or jog, and also vehicles crosses the bridge.
  • 18 arches, Le pont de pierre is lit up at night and ferries trams, scooters and pedestrians throughout the day. But not cars! A busy road, it will take you over to la bastide where you can visit Darwin Ecosystem and other neighbourhoods in bordeaux
  • Nice stone bridge to walk along and cross the river. Easily accessible and the tram also crosses this bridge. A nice open space at the other end of the bridge with some cafes around. Ample space to walk or jog or cross by bike and also vehicles crosses the bridge. In December it was very cold!!
  • This bridge caught my attention while i was walking near the river. It looked really nice. Its a long walk but i get to enjoy the view and the people who were there as well. You can also see the current's strength of the river and it looks very scary. Viewed from a distance, the autumn leaves adds more beauty especially if seen from an angle.

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