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Explore Huy's iconic Pont de Fer: a historic bridge offering stunning views and a glimpse into the region's rich heritage.

The Pont de Fer (Iron Bridge) in Huy, Belgium, is a historic railway bridge built in the late 19th century. It offers pedestrian access and provides scenic views of the Meuse River and the city. Originally a metal lattice bridge, it was rebuilt with stone arches after being blown up in 1914.

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Address: Chau. de Napoléon, 4500 Huy
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Getting there

Walking

From Huy city center, walk southwest on Rue de la Station towards Rue de la Meuse. Continue onto Rue de la République, then turn left onto Chau. de Napoléon. The bridge will be on your right. The walk is approximately 20 minutes.

Public Transport

Take a train to Huy station. Exit the station and head to the bus stop. Take bus line 5 or 6 towards 'Pont de fer'. The bus will drop you off a short walk from the bridge. Check the bus schedule in advance. A monthly ticket for local transport costs approximately $49.9.

Car

From the Condroz area, drive towards Huy and use GPS to navigate to 'Chau. de Napoléon, 4500 Huy'. The Pont de Fer is located directly on this road. Parking is available nearby. There are several free parking lots in Huy-center. Parking du Pont de Fer has 40 spaces and Parking Chaussee Napoleon has 50 spaces. Parking Ramp d'Orval is a paid parking option.

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The Pont de Fer, or Iron Bridge, is a prominent landmark in Huy, Belgium, with a rich history intertwined with the region's industrial and military past. The first bridge on this site was constructed between 1865 and 1872 as part of the Hesbaye-Condroz railway line, connecting Landen and Ciney. This original bridge was a metal lattice structure that allowed pedestrian passage on its downstream side.In 1914, during World War I, Belgian civilians destroyed the bridge to impede the advance of enemy troops. The current bridge, built in 1924, is constructed from stone sourced from the Sprimont quarries, featuring graceful arches. Despite being targeted by Allied bombing in 1944, it sustained only partial damage.Today, the Pont de Fer serves as a pedestrian bridge, offering stunning views of the Meuse River and the cityscape of Huy. Although rail activity is limited, the bridge remains a testament to Huy's architectural and historical significance.

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