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Pont Valentre, Cahors

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A symbol of Cahors, Pont Valentre is a 14th-century fortified stone arch bridge crossing the Lot River. The medieval construction includes six gothic arches and three square towers with turret. The western tower hasn't survived. This bridge is part of the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela. Legend has it that the bridge's architect could not finish his work, so he sold his soul to the devil. Look for the carved stone devil trying to tear off the bridge's cornerstone, but failing; his fingers are embedded in the seams between the stones. Make Pont Valentre a centerpiece of your Cahors vacation itinerary, and find what else is worth visiting using our Cahors trip planner.

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By rob v

Bridge itself is spectacular BUT nowhere to park to take photos of it or walk on it! French motorists very impatient! Cahors city council needs to provide a parking area for tourists to take...

Bridge itself is spectacular BUT nowhere to park to take photos of it or walk on it! French motorists very impatient! Cahors city council needs to provide a parking area for tourists to take... more »
By jimbothefirst

Cahors is a lovely town for a visit, a stroll and eats - but make sure to divert and catch in this bridge - both to look at and walk over. Not a style you'd find everywhere, and great views all...

Cahors is a lovely town for a visit, a stroll and eats - but make sure to divert and catch in this bridge - both to look at and walk over. Not a style you'd find everywhere, and great views all... more »

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By Javier Fernandez

Wonderful bridge. The walk paths along the river are lovely too and connect well with other parts of town.

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By Mark Wadsworth

Typical ancient monument with fabulous views over the Lot river. Its cobblestone surface can be, unsurprisingly, a bit uneven under foot. Well worth the visit

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