Chocanal Bridge

Category: Civil Architecture > Bridge

District: Portalegre > Crato > Crato

Location

Located in the municipality of Crato, set in a natural environment, it crosses a watercourse that contributes to the surrounding landscape near the village of Crato.

Historical Value

Built to serve as a crossing point and facilitate transport, the Chocanal Bridge holds historical value associated with the region's ancient routes. Its importance is recognized, being integrated into itineraries dedicated to the historical bridges of Alentejo, witnessing the evolution of communication infrastructures over time.

Architecture and Design

From an architectural perspective, the bridge is distinguished by its arch structure, a characteristic feature of this type of transport construction. Its design was conceived to connect the banks in a robust and functional manner, still fulfilling its original purpose of allowing passage today.

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