Drawbridge so-called "Sint-Pietersbrug" located on an old arm of the Bossuit-Kortrijk canal, dating from the last quarter of the 19th century. The drawbridge, including the cobblestones on the bridgeheads as well as the wooden guides and dolphins are protected as a monument.

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unique authentic drawbridge recently completely renovated

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Sint-Pietersbrug on the old arm of the Bossuit-Kortrijk canal is one of the most beautiful spots in Zwevegem. The bridge dates from 1892 and is a protected monument. It is a rare example of an iron lifting bridge with an open truss construction that was once operated manually.

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Location: Zwevegem, Kortrijk, West Flanders, Flanders, Belgium

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