The suspended bridge of Coudes
Coudes
The bridge in Coudes above the Allier was constructed in 1846. It has then a unique span suspended by a wire, of 100m long and 4.4m wide. The bridge was destructed by the Germans in 1944 and rebuilt after the War. Superseded by a modern building constructed in 1976, it has lost an important part of its utility. It is no more accessible by car.
In 1944, the bridge was destroyed by the Germans and rebuilt after the war. Replaced by a modern structure inaugurated in 1976, it has now lost much of its usefulness. It is no longer open to cars.
The bridge will be inaccessible for an indefinite period from November 2025.(…)
Spoken languages
Opening hours
Closed temporarily.
Prices and payment methods
- Free access. The bridge will be inaccessible indefinitely from November 2025.
Comfort, facilities and services
- Parking nearby
- Picnic area
- Play area
- Unguided group tours available permanently
- Unguided individual tours available permanently
Location
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Updated on 7 May 2026 by Auvergne Pays d’Issoire