San Jorge Bridge facts for kids
Quick facts for kids San Jorge BridgePont de Sant Jordi |
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San Jorge Bridge, in Alcoy
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| Coordinates | 38°42′00″N 0°28′31″W / 38.70000°N 0.47528°W |
| Crosses | Serpis |
| Locale | Alcoy, (Alicante), Spain |
| Characteristics | |
| Material | Reinforced concrete |
| Total length | 245 m (804 ft) |
| Height | 45.40 m (149.0 ft) |
| History | |
| Architect | Víctor Cune |
| Engineering design by | Carmelo Monzón y Reparaz and Vicente Redón |
| Construction end | 1931 |
The San Jorge Bridge (called Pont de Sant Jordi in Valencian and Puente de San Jorge in Spanish) is a famous bridge in Alcoy, a city in Spain. It crosses the Serpis River and is located in the Alicante area of the Valencian Community.
This bridge is built in the art déco style, which was popular in the 1920s and 1930s. It is known as the most famous symbol of Alcoy. The San Jorge Bridge is one of the best examples of Art Deco architecture in the Valencian Community and one of the largest in all of Spain.
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Building the San Jorge Bridge
Who Designed and Built the Bridge?
The San Jorge Bridge was designed by architect Víctor Eusa. Engineers Carmelo Monzón Reparaz and Vicente Redón also helped with the design. Another civil engineer, Alfonso Peña Boeuf, helped during the building process.
How Big is the San Jorge Bridge?
The bridge is very long, measuring 245 meters (about 804 feet). It stands 45.40 meters (about 149 feet) above the Riquer river. The bridge is in the middle of Alcoy, connecting the old part of the city with a new area called Horta Major.
When Was the Bridge Built?
People started planning a large bridge for Alcoy in the late 1800s, with ideas appearing in 1876. However, the actual building work did not begin until the summer of 1923. A company from Navarre called Erroz and San Martín was given the job.
Construction officially started in 1925. The builders used reinforced concrete, a strong material, and followed the Art Deco style. The main supports of the bridge are made of large, cut stones and masonry.
The city of Alcoy paid for the bridge. It cost 1,336,824 pesetas and took six years to build. The San Jorge Bridge was officially opened on March 26, 1931.
In Spanish: Puente de San Jorge (Alcoy) para niños
