Ponte 25 de Abril

The iconic Ponte 25 de Abril is one of the most impressive feats of engineering and architecture in Portugal. Found in Almada, the landscape bridge provides a stunning view of the city and riverfront, and is a spectacular sight to behold. It rises up high over the Tagus River, connecting the city of hermitage on the South bank with the city of Almada on the North bank. The bridge has six lanes of traffic, admiring pedestrians, and a lower level dedicated to railway traffic. The intricate design of the bridge is a marvel of modern engineering, and unlike any other bridges in Portugal - yet very similar to the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge in California. Ponte 25 de Abril serves not just as a transportation medium but also as a beautiful landscape for visitors to enjoy the awe-inspiring beauty of nature. To appreciate the grandeur of the bridge, one has to see it in person, as pictures simply cannot do it justice.