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Built to carry the road linking Uzès to Pont-Saint-Esprit, the main gateway of the former bishopric to the Rhône Valley, it boasts an exceptional length of 155 meters. The bridge is built directly onto the bedrock. To withstand the onslaught of the Cèze River's floods, this structure, with its 12 semicircular arches, is equipped with robust cutwaters at the front and rear of the piers. This strength was severely tested during the once-in-a-century flood of 2002, which partially submerged it. It was restored in 2014.

The Pont-Saint-Esprit bridge over the Rhône dates back to the 13th century and is one of the oldest structures in the region. Its arched structure is a testament to medieval engineering and offers photo opportunities directly above the river. The old town surrounding the bridge invites you to stroll among historic houses and small cafés. From the banks, the river landscapes and the city's picturesque architecture are ideal for observing.

The Cazernère in Pont-Saint-Esprit, also known as the Caserne des Troupes du Roy, is a historic building with a military past. Inaugurated in 1719, it served various military units, including dragoon and infantry regiments, and later the gendarmerie, for over two centuries. In the 20th century, after extensive renovation, the Cazernère became the town's administrative center and now houses cultural and social institutions. The large arched gateway at the front is a striking feature of the building.

The Caserne Pépin in Pont-Saint-Esprit, originally built in 1719 as a military barracks under the name "Cazernes du Roy," is now an important cultural and administrative center for the city. It received its current name in 1887 in honor of General Joseph Pépin, a native of Pont-Saint-Esprit. Over the centuries, the building served various military units, most recently the Gendarmerie, before finally falling vacant. Between 2012 and 2018, the approximately 7,000-square-meter site was extensively renovated and transformed into a modern, multifunctional city center. Today, the Cazerne houses over 15 municipal services, including the city administration, the municipal police, and the "Citézen" citizen service center. It also has a lot to offer culturally: with a cinema, a library, meeting rooms, and space for clubs and events, it is an important meeting place for the community. The city's new tourist information office has also been located there since 2024. The Cazerne Pépin is now considered the heart of Pont-Saint-Esprit – a successful example of the combination of history and modern urban development. The building was most recently illuminated in red in June 2025 to raise awareness of rare hereditary diseases as part of World Haemochromatosis Week. Today, the Cazerne is a symbol of the city's vibrant, communal, and forward-looking identity.

Currently, no commercial vessels travel on the Rhône near Pont-Saint-Esprit. This section of the river is no longer accessible for shipping.