The 125 years of the Transporter Bridge: Ferdinand Arnodin, the art of building bridges.
Avenue Jacques-Demy, 17300, Rochefort, Charente-Maritime, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France
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20 - 21 September 2025
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Ferdinand Arnodin, the art of building bridges—125 years of the Transporter Bridge
Discover the history of the construction of the famous metal structure of the Transbordeur Bridge, emblematic building of the Grand Site de France. Experience vintage animations, meet Ferdinand Arnodin, the engineer of the Transbordeur Bridge. Built in 1900 by Ferdinand Arnodin, the Transporter Bridge, classified as a historical monument, is unique in France. Embark aboard the pod for a journey out of time. Informations Saturday and Sunday: animations on both banks, use of archival images, interpretation routes, theatre. Opening continues on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 September from 10am to 6pm. Free crossings. Accessibility- Mobility Impairment
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Avenue Jacques-Demy, 17300, Rochefort, Charente-Maritime, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France
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