Medieval Bridge of Ribeira de Figueiró - Amieira do Tejo, Portugal
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Torgut
N 39° 31.183 W 007° 47.196
29S E 604298 N 4375155
An ancient small bridge in a secluded corner of the country, crossing Figueiró creek
Waymark Code: WM11TN5
Location: Portalegre, Portugal
Date Posted: 12/18/2019
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This bridge is probably medieval, although local people sometimes refer to her as "the roman bridge".
It's 24 meters long, 10 meters tall. The bridge is basically flat and it's supported by three arches. It was a paramount element of the old route between Nisa and Gafete.
Nowadays it's accessible by an easy dirt road and there is a place to park nearby.
Length of bridge: 24 m
Height of bridge: 10 m
What type of traffic does this bridge support?: Light motor vehicles
What kind of gap does this bridge cross?:
Creek, eventually dry
Date constructed: Medieva ages (?)
Is the bridge still in service for its original purpose?: Yes, but lost importance
Name of road or trail the bridge services: Unknown
Location:
Amieira do Tejo
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