Le pont Saint-Sylvain - L'Isle-Jourdain, France
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N 46° 13.834 E 000° 40.814
31T E 321124 N 5122281
[EN] The bridge Saint-Sylvain of L'Isle-Jourdain exists partially in stone since 1080 but its origin is much earlier. [FR] Le pont Saint-Sylvain de L'Isle-Jourdain existe partiellement en pierre dès 1080 mais son origine est bien antérieure.
Waymark Code: WMXX60
Location: Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France
Date Posted: 03/11/2018
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member silverquill
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The bridge Saint-Sylvain of L'Isle-Jourdain exists partially in stone since 1080 but its origin is much earlier.

It is cited as an essential passage between the Lower Marche (part of Limousin) and Poitou. From the 18th century, it presents its current appearance with its eleven arches and ten stacks.

143.60 m long, it underwent a restoration importance (1823-1829) and two enlargements in 1875 and 1964.

On this bridge is a statue of Saint Sylvain that was erected on September 24, 1876 and has focused many legends and travels. "He had a reputation for curing the infertility of women and caring for nervous or bawling children".

Sources : The Bridge

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Le pont Saint-Sylvain de L'Isle-Jourdain existe partiellement en pierre dès 1080 mais son origine est bien antérieure.

Il est cité comme passage essentiel entre la Basse-Marche (partie du Limousin) et le Poitou. Dès le XVIIIe siècle, il présente son aspect actuel avec ses onze arches et ses dix piles.

Long de 143,60 m, il a subi une importance restauration (1823-1829) et deux élargissements en 1875 et 1964.

Sur ce pont se trouve une statue de saint Sylvain qui a été érigée le 24 septembre 1876 et a focalisé nombre de légendes et de voyages. " Il avait la réputation de guérir la stérilité des femmes et de soigner les enfants nerveux ou braillards".

Sources : Le Pont

Physical Location (city, county, etc.): L'Isle-Jourdain

Road, Highway, Street, etc.: Départementale 10

Water or other terrain spanned: La Vienne

Construction Date: 1746

Architect/Builder: Not listed

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