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Ponte Estaiada Octavio Frias de Oliveira: A São Paulo Icon

Marvel at São Paulo's iconic cable-stayed bridge, a symbol of modern architecture and engineering, illuminated with vibrant colors throughout the year.

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The Ponte Estaiada Octavio Frias de Oliveira, or simply Ponte Estaiada, is a cable-stayed bridge over the Pinheiros River in São Paulo, Brazil. Opened in May 2008, its unique design featuring an X-shaped tower has quickly made it one of the city's most recognizable landmarks.

A brief summary to Ponte Estaiada Octavio Frias de Oliveira

  • Av. das Nações Unidas, 7108, São Paulo, Vila Cordeiro, State of São Paulo, 04583-105, BR
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Local tips

  • The best views of the bridge are from afar, as it is only accessible to motor vehicles.
  • Visit in December to see the bridge illuminated with Christmas lights.
  • Take photos from the surrounding areas, especially at night when the bridge is lit up.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    Several bus lines connect to the area around Ponte Estaiada. From the city center, you can take bus number 4601-10 from Praça da Sé to Av. das Nações Unidas, followed by a short walk. Other bus lines that stop nearby include 376, 609F-10, 6200-10, 637A-10 and 6451-10. The metro line 5 also has stops within walking distance. A single bus or metro fare costs around R$4.40.

  • Taxi/Ride-share

    A taxi or ride-sharing service like Uber is a convenient option to reach Ponte Estaiada. Simply enter the bridge's address (Av. das Nações Unidas, 7108, Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo, SP) as your destination. A short trip from Vila Olímpia, a nearby district, will cost approximately R$20-30.

  • Walking

    If you are already in the Vila Cordeiro neighborhood, you can easily walk to Ponte Estaiada. Head towards Avenida das Nações Unidas and walk to number 7108. The bridge is easily visible from a distance.

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The Ponte Estaiada Octavio Frias de Oliveira is more than just a bridge; it's a symbol of modern São Paulo. Completed in 2008, this cable-stayed bridge spans the Pinheiros River, connecting Jornalista Roberto Marinho Avenue to Marginal Pinheiros in the southern part of the city. Named after Octavio Frias de Oliveira, a prominent businessman, the bridge has become an iconic postcard image of São Paulo. The bridge's most distinctive feature is its 138-meter tall, X-shaped tower. This unique design makes it the only bridge in the world with two curved roadways supported by a single concrete mast. Each of the two independent, curved decks stretches for 290 meters. At the end of December, the bridge is adorned with lights, creating colorful effects reminiscent of a Christmas tree. The bridge is also illuminated for special occasions throughout the year and is often featured in television advertisements. While the bridge is a sight to behold, it's primarily designed for vehicular traffic. It serves as a vital link in the city's transportation network, facilitating access to neighborhoods like Morumbi, Jabaquara, and Campo Belo, and providing an alternative route to the Rodovia dos Imigrantes.

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