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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Ponte_VecchioPonte Vecchio - Wikipedia

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   The Ponte Vecchio (Italian pronunciation: [ˈponte ˈvɛkkjo]; "Old Bridge") is a medieval stone closed-spandrel segmental arch bridge over the Arno, in Florence, Italy. The only bridge in Florence spared from destruction during World War II , it is noted for the shops built along it; building shops on such bridges was once a common practice.

   • Longest span: 30 metres (98 ft)
   • Locale: Florence, Italy

   • Crosses: Arno

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   What is the most famous bridge in Florence?

   • One of Florence's top attractions and most photographed landmarks, the Ponte Vecchio, or Old Bridge, is Florence's most famous bridge. The Ponte Vecchio, which spans the Arno River from Via Por Santa Maria to Via Guicciardini, is also Florence's oldest bridge, having been spared from the bombing in Florence during World War II.

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   What is the oldest bridge in Florence Italy?

   • The most famous and oldest bridge in Florence Italy is the Ponte Vecchio, literally 'the old bridge' and contains a secret corridor between Palazzo Vecchio and Pitti in addition to numerous jewelers and shops. The most striking and oldest bridge in Florence Italy still in existence is the Ponte Vecchio, literally: the old bridge.

   Ponte Vecchio - The (secret) old bridge in Florence

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   What does Ponte Vecchio mean?

   • The Ponte Vecchio ( Italian pronunciation: [ˈponte ˈvɛkkjo]; "Old Bridge") is a medieval stone closed- spandrel segmental arch bridge over the Arno, in Florence, Italy. The only bridge in Florence spared from destruction during World War II, it is noted for the shops built along it; building shops on such bridges was once a common practice.

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   When was the Ponte Vecchio built?

   • Open all of the time, along the pedestrian zone south of Piazza della Repubblica towards Palazzo Pitti Built very close to the Roman crossing, the Ponte Vecchio, or Old Bridge, was the only bridge across the Arno in Florence until 1218. The current bridge was rebuilt after a flood in 1345.

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3. www.visitflorence.com › ponte-vecchioPonte Vecchio in Florence, Italy: Oldest bridge in Florence ...

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   Built very close to the Roman crossing, the Ponte Vecchio, or Old Bridge, was the only bridge across the Arno in Florence until 1218. The current bridge was rebuilt after a flood in 1345. During World War II it was the only bridge across the Arno that the fleeing Germans did not destroy.

4. www.britannica.com › Ponte-Vecchio-Florence-ItalyPonte Vecchio | Florence, History, & Facts | Britannica

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   Apr 13, 2024 · Ponte Vecchio, the first segmental arch bridge built in the West, which crosses over the Arno River at Florence and is an outstanding engineering achievement of Europe’s Middle Ages. Its builder, Taddeo Gaddi, completed the bridge in 1345. Learn more about the history of the bridge.

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5. www.florencewise.com › ponte-vecchioPonte Vecchio Florence - Visit the iconic bridge | Florencewise

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   Apr 19, 2024 · The Ponte Vecchio is the most famous bridge in Florence. And, being the oldest bridge in Florence it's much more than just a beautiful bridge, but rather a historically important landmark and a monument. You'll be able to admire the bridge from many spots in Florence, including from the Uffizi Gallery windows.

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7. florencetips.com › ponte_vecchio_bridgePonte Vecchio - The (secret) old bridge in Florence

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   Feb 6, 2024 · The most famous and oldest bridge in Florence Italy is the Ponte Vecchio, literally 'the old bridge' and contains a secret corridor between Palazzo Vecchio and Pitti in addition to numerous jewelers and shops. Ponte Vecchio, the famous bridge over the Arno river.

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8. florencewithlocals.com › the-ponte-vecchioThe Ponte Vecchio Florence: Everything You Need to Know

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   With the help of an enthusiastic local guide, your experience is sure to be unforgettable. BOOK NOW. The Ponte Vecchio Florence: Ponte Vecchio is the only bridge in Florence that survived World War II. Built during Roman times over the Arno River.

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10. www.tripsavvy.com › the-ponte-vecchio-1547354Visiting the Ponte Vecchio in Florence, Italy - TripSavvy

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    Jun 3, 2019 · Visiting the Ponte Vecchio in Florence, Italy. By. Melanie Renzulli. Updated on 06/03/19. Taylor McIntyre / TripSavvy. One of Florence's top attractions and most photographed landmarks, the Ponte Vecchio, or Old Bridge, is Florence's most famous bridge. The Ponte Vecchio, which spans the Arno River from Via Por Santa Maria to Via Guicciardini ...