Aqueduct Pont du Gard

The Pont du Gard – bridge is an architectural structure that has come to us since ancient Greek times. The aqueduct was built by ancient Romans for domestic needs, namely for the equipment of the water supply system, which led its way through the Gare River. This architectural landmark is owned by France and is protected by UNESCO.

The aqueduct has a height of 49 meters, and its length reaches 275 meters. This huge stone building was part of the entire large system of aqueducts, which lasted 48 km. from the city of Jozes to the city of Nima.

The aqueduct has an inscription that scientists interpret as the year of its construction. According to this inscription, the Pon du Gar bridge was built back in 19 years before our era. But modern research suggests that the construction of the bridge was deployed in the l century AD. Some bridge stones have so far saved the inscriptions made by ancient builders.

The Pon du Gar Bridge is made of arcades, which are placed in three tiers. The upper tier of the bridge is the largest and holds 35 arches, 11 arches has an average tier, and in the lower tier you can count only six large arches.

The huge blocks of the bridge are made with a stone without solution and cladding. Water in this area holds a large amount of mineral salt, which over time accumulated at the bottom of the water supply. The aqueduct was used for its intended purpose until the 9th century, but its further operation was not possible, since its walls were covered with a layer of solid deposits, and the entire system failed.

In the XVII century, the lowest level of the bridge was equipped for a road. The second tier was intended for pedestrians. Nowadays, of course, movement along the bridge is prohibited.

On Akveduk Pon du Gar, as a medieval architectural structure, it is necessary to see many tourists from different countries. Near the aqueduct there are beaches, tourist routes have been developed. For travelers, there are places for recreation, where cozy cafes are located.