Extraordinary views of the Besalú bridge. A Romanesque bridge, with a fortified access entrance, that crosses the Fluvià river. It was built during the 11th century, although for different reasons, it has been rebuilt several times over time.

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April 29, 2024

The Old Bridge is known for its Romanesque architecture and for being one of the most iconic images of Besalú, offering a picturesque view of the medieval city.

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April 29, 2024

Crossing the Besalú bridge is buying a ticket to the Middle Ages. But its excellent state of conservation is a consequence of the fact that it was frequently remodeled in more recent times, after the usual floods of the Fluvià. One of the last, in the 40s, destroyed it when it was still battered by the Civil War, with two of its arches dynamited. The slenderness of the bridge is due precisely to the fact that it was designed to prevent the force of the water from also damaging the town houses that, in the 11th century, stood on both banks. If you arrive at Besalú by car, it is worth stopping first at a lesser-known and also spectacular medieval bridge, that of Llierca.

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Location: Besalú, Garrotxa, Girona, Catalonia, Spain

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