Melos Railway Bridge

Category: Civil Architecture > Bridge

District: Viseu > Oliveira de Frades > Pinheiro

Railway History

The Ponte dos Melos (Melos Bridge) is an old railway structure that used to be crossed by trains, but is now deactivated.

Impressive Architecture

This bridge is an impressive work of architecture, built in granite masonry, with eight arches and a span of 128 meters.

Panoramic Views

From the bridge, visitors can enjoy stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

State of Conservation

Currently, the bridge presents some anomalies, such as cracks in the arches, degradation of the guardrail, vegetation on its walls, and water infiltration problems.

Conservation Interventions

Conservation work has been carried out on the bridge, including the application of mortars and the installation of metal tie rods between the tympanums. However, these measures show signs of degradation.

Location on the Vouga Ecopista

The Ponte dos Melos is located along the Vouga Ecopista, offering visitors the opportunity to enjoy a beautiful natural landscape while exploring the region.

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