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The Erjas River (also known as the Eljas River in Spain and the Erges River in Portugal) is a tributary of the Tagus River that serves as a natural border between Spain and Portugal for approximately 50 km.

The Mirador de la Caseta del Río Erjas, also known as the Eljas River in Portuguese, is a picturesque place that offers stunning views on the border between Spain and Portugal.

On the Spanish side, the bridge is located in the municipality of Alcántara in the province of Cáceres. It is reached via the regional highway EX-207 from the nearby town of Piedras Albas. On the Portuguese side, it connects with a local road to reach the town of Segura, from which this bridge takes its name. It was built in the Roman province of Lusitania to give continuity to the Roman road that connected Norba Caesarina (on the Via de la Plata) with the civitas Egitania (Idanha-a-Velha, Portugal) and with Bracara Augusta (Braga, Portugal), in order to save the Erjas river. This river marks the border line between Spain and Portugal, and the bridge serves as an international crossing between both countries.

This road is perfect for bike touring. No cars, beautiful views, never-ending green land wild animals.

A gravel path from Soalheiras, brings you to the ruins of this beautiful old village, that was abandoned around 100 years ago, due to some conflicts between populations. Visiting this spot at sunset makes it even more magical.

Border bridge over the Erjas river near the town of Segura.

One of the many 'smugglers' trade routes at the Erjas River crossing between Spain and Portugal. The river landscape and rock formations formed over time are an incredible place to walk.

Viewpoint over the Erjas river and the border between Portugal and Spain. River crossing must be done safely in the dry season. During the rainy season this can be more difficult.