Stone Bridge of Ribeira de Isna

Category: Civil Architecture > Bridge

District: Castelo Branco > Sertã > Marmeleiro

Location

Located in Cardigos, municipality of Mação, this bridge is about 2 km from the village of Colos, on the way to Sertã. It marks the meeting point of the municipalities of Mação, Vila de Rei and Sertã.

Historical Origin

It is presumed that the bridge is of Roman origin, built between the 1st century BC and the 1st century AD, as part of a road that connected Mérida (Spain) to Conímbriga (Portugal).

Architecture

, Stone structure, combining granite in the foundations and schist in the arches and pavement.

, Three round arches, with the central arch larger than the lateral ones.

, Robust cutwaters to protect the pillars against the force of floods.

Dimensions

The deck is about 36 meters long and 3.5 meters wide, delimited by lateral guardrails.

Surroundings

The bridge is inserted in a rural and natural landscape, crossing the Ribeira de Isna, in an environment of great tranquility, ideal for walks and moments of contemplation.

Accessibility

The access roads are old and may be in irregular condition. Parking nearby can be a challenge.

Nearby Points of Interest

, The Pego das Cancelas river beach, a pleasant space to rest and enjoy nature.

, Local gastronomic experiences in nearby restaurants.

Environment

A place of peace, where the sound of water and the surrounding landscape provide an ideal setting for moments of leisure, fishing or picnics.

Curiosity

Also known as the Bridge of the Three Municipalities, it symbolizes the union between banks and distinct territories, maintaining its historical and architectural relevance throughout the centuries.

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