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Devil's Bridge

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Location: Dronero, Cuneo, Piedmont, Italy

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2. Colle Birrone – Chapel of Saint John loop from Dronero

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3. Pian Pietro Plateau – Colle Birrone loop from Busca

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March 29, 2025

The Devil's Bridge in Dronero, built in 1428 over the Maira torrent, is a remarkable example of medieval civil engineering. This bridge has three arches of different sizes and is slightly curved, with lateral parapets surmounted by swallow-tailed Ghibelline battlements.

Originally, on the pillar of the smaller arch towards the centre of Dronero, there was a drawbridge, whose iron hinge was found under the road surface; this was removed in 1810 when the entrance passage was widened and the Ghibelline battlements were restored.

The name "Devil's Bridge" comes from a local legend: it is said that, to overcome the difficulties in building the bridge, the inhabitants made a pact with the devil, promising him the soul of the first person to cross it. However, the inhabitants tricked the devil by having a stray dog cross first, infuriating the devil who abandoned the bridge.

Today, the bridge is a symbol of Dronero and offers a panoramic view of the town, representing an unmissable stop for those visiting the Maira Valley.

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Giorgio Emanuel

December 30, 2024

Characteristic Bridge located in the municipality of Dronero. proceed slowly as it is a pedestrian area.

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Maurizio Dejo

March 26, 2024

The route passes through the lower part of the town, descends and partly runs along the river under the two bridges

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Location: Dronero, Cuneo, Piedmont, Italy

Devil's Bridge

1. Colle Birrone – San Chiaffredo Sanctuary loop from Dronero

2. Colle Birrone – Chapel of Saint John loop from Dronero

3. Pian Pietro Plateau – Colle Birrone loop from Busca

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