Pont Romain

Bridge Sommières, Occitanie, France
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What to expect

The Pont Romain is a historic bridge in Sommières, France, and one of the few inhabited bridges in Europe. It symbolizes the city's history and its relationship with the Vidourle river. The bridge has 21 arches, with 7 of them visible, and is 200 meters long. It was built by the Romans in the 1st century AD and has been inhabited without interruption since medieval times. The bridge has undergone several restorations over the centuries, and today it is a unique and emblematic part of the city. Visitors can walk along the bridge and admire its ancient architecture, and the city offers a rich history and culture to explore. The bridge is also close to other attractions and amenities, making it a great place to visit with family and friends

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Sommières, our family walk

Sommières, our family walk
This family's experience:

Activities: We saw the Roman bridge, which was built in the 1st century. It was a beautiful and historic bridge. It was once much larger, with 20 arches. We learned about the history of the bridge

Highlights: We loved the history of the Roman bridge. It was a beautiful and impressive structure. We enjoyed learning about the history of the bridge and the city ✨