Carvalha Bridge (also called Old Bridge, Várzea Bridge or Roman Bridge)

Category: Civil Architecture > Bridge

District: Castelo Branco > Sertã > montinho

Location and Designation

, Located over the Sertã stream, in the parish and Municipality of Sertã, District of Castelo Branco, in Portugal.

, Also known as the Old Bridge, Várzea Bridge, or Roman Bridge.

History

, Built in the 17th century during the Philippine Dynasty to replace an earlier Roman bridge.

, Debate about the construction cost, ranging between 19,000 réis and 40,000 réis.

Strategic Importance

, Main entrance to the town of Sertã, historically relevant during the French invasions.

Architectural Features

, Length of 64 meters.

, Six round arches of stone masonry.

, Almost horizontal deck, reinforced by five triangular cutwaters.

Style and Construction

, Dates back to the time of the Philippine Dynasty.

, Roman influences, although the true Roman bridge is adjacent.

Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ponte_da_Carvalha

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt