Bab El Kantara Bridge
جسر باب القنطرة
Constantine’s oldest passage across the gorge, a stone bridge rebuilt in 1863 on a crossing site dating back to the Roman and Ottoman periods.
Kantara, meaning “bridge,” has been an eastern gateway into the old city since Roman times. The current bridge was rebuilt in 1863 by the French after an Ottoman-era bridge collapsed. Its stone arch spans the narrowest point of the gorge, and Roman pier remains can be seen beneath it. The bridgehead connects to the train station side, making it the most direct walking route from the station into the old city, and it offers a good spot to look down into the depths of the gorge. Free admission, but traffic is heavy, so take care.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Rhumel Gorges & Chemin des Touristes
- Constantine Cable Car
- Mellah Slimane Footbridge
- Souika (Old Medina)
- Sidi M'Cid Bridge
- Great Mosque of Constantine
- Palace of Ahmed Bey
- Monument aux Morts