Toulouse Pont Neuf, Illuminated evenings by the oldest bridge
Pont Neuf, 31000 Toulouse, France
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Introduction
Pont de Pierre (Stone Bridge) is a bridge built in the 16th century in Toulouse, France, also known as Pont Neuf (New Bridge). The construction of the bridge started in 1542 and the project began in 1544. The first arch was built in 1614, and the bridge was completed in 1632. It was officially inaugurated by King Louis XIV on October 19, 1659. The bridge is not symmetrical, with the longest arch located at one-third of the right bank. A triumphal arch was added in 1686 but was dismantled in 1860. The New Bridge is 220 meters long and consists of 7 arches. Address Pont Neuf, 31000 Toulouse, France