Roman Bridge of Mérida
Puente romano de Mérida
One of the longest surviving Roman bridges in the world, with about 60 arches spanning roughly 790 metres across the Guadiana River, still open for walking today.
The Roman Bridge was built in the 1st century BC, during the period when Augustus founded the city. It is about 790 metres long, with 60 arches still standing, and is one of the longest surviving Roman bridges. Its middle section crosses an island in the river. Today it is open to pedestrians and cyclists only, and it is free and open all day.
From the bridge you can see the Alcazaba's city walls and the Lusitania Bridge on the opposite bank, designed by Santiago Calatrava. A stroll and photos at dusk are at their best. The bridgehead is next to the entrance to the Alcazaba, so you can visit both together.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Morería Archaeological Site
- Alcazaba of Mérida
- Lusitania Bridge
- Plaza de España (Mérida)
- Arch of Trajan (Mérida)
- Temple of Diana, Mérida
- Portico of the Municipal Forum
- Casa del Mitreo