The Roman bridge of Ourense known as Ponte Vella or Puente Mayor, over the Miño river, was built in the 1st century AD. C. within a branch of Via XVIII or Via Nova.
According to tradition, it dates from the time of Trajan, however its construction characteristics bring it closer to the time of Augustus. Of that first bridge, only a few padded ashlars from the bases remain, as mute witnesses of the past.

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One of the oldest bridges in Orense over the Miño River.

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Only a few stones remain from the first Roman bridge of the Augustus era. A branch of the Roman road XVIII of Antonino's itinerary ran through the town. It was rebuilt in the 13th century, giving it the current profile with the pointed arch, but it was not until the 17th century that Melchor de Velasco completed it in its present form. The tower that appears in the city coat of arms was destroyed in the 19th century. Near the bridge is the Capilla dos Remedios, a 16th-century chapel.

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1. Parque de San Lázaro de Ourense – circular by Ponte Romana from Parque do Concello

11.1km

02:55

100m

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2. Roman Bridge of Ourense – Millennium Bridge, Ourense loop from San Rosendo

10.9km

02:49

70m

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3. Millennium Bridge – Millennium Bridge, Ourense loop from Vista Fermosa

15.4km

04:00

90m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 170 m

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Location: Ourense, Orense, Ourense, Galicia, Spain

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Ponte Vella (Roman Bridge of Ourense)

1. Parque de San Lázaro de Ourense – circular by Ponte Romana from Parque do Concello

2. Roman Bridge of Ourense – Millennium Bridge, Ourense loop from San Rosendo

3. Millennium Bridge – Millennium Bridge, Ourense loop from Vista Fermosa

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