Pont de Pierre
Pont de pierre
The first bridge across the Garonne in Bordeaux, commissioned by Napoleon, whose 17 arches match the number of letters in his name.
Completed in 1822, it was the first bridge across the Garonne, ordered by Napoleon. Legend has it that its 17 arches correspond to the 17 letters of 'Napoléon Bonaparte', and white emblems decorate the piers. Today only trams, bicycles, and pedestrians may cross it. In the evening, standing in the middle of the bridge, you can look back at the skyline of Place de la Bourse, Porte Cailhau, and the spire of Saint-Michel. The nighttime views are especially beautiful. On the far side lies the Bastide district on the right bank, along with its riverside park.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Basilica of Saint-Michel
- Porte Cailhau
- Place de la Bourse & Miroir d'eau
- Bordeaux Old Town (Saint-Pierre)
- Grosse Cloche
- Marché des Capucins
- Darwin Ecosystème
- Rue Sainte-Catherine