Pont Neuf

Pont Neuf

Le Pont Neuf

The Pont Neuf ("New Bridge") is the oldest standing bridge across the Seine in Paris, France. The bridge is composed of two separate spans, one of five arches joining the left bank to the Île de la Cité, another of seven joining the island to the right bank.

Pont Neuf - The Oldest Bridge in Paris

King Henry III decided in 1578 to construct a new bridge to cross the Seine River. It wasn't until 1607 before the bridge was officially opened by King Henry IV, who named the bridge "Pont Neuf", the 'new bridge'. After his death, an equestrian bronze statue of the King was erected. The statue was knocked down and melted during the French Revolution, but was replace by an excact replica in 1818.