George V Bridge, Orléans
| George V Bridge, Orléans Pont George-V | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Carries | Motor Vehicles, tram |
| Crosses | Loire |
| Locale | Orleans |
| Characteristics | |
| Design | Arch Bridge |
| Material | stone |
| Total length | 325m |
| Width | 15.20m |
| Longest span | 32.5m |
| History | |
| Architect | Jean Hupeau |
| Designer | Jean Cadet Limay |
| Engineering design by | John Pint John Rondel, Robert Soyer |
| Construction begin | 1751 |
| Construction end | 1763 |
The George V Bridge is a road and tram bridge that crosses the Loire in Orléans, France. It is an arched masonry bridge spanning a distance of 325 m. Designed by Jean Hupeau, it was built between 1751 and 1760, at the request of Daniel-Charles Trudaine, administrator and civil engineer. It was renamed in honour of King George V after the World War II out of respect of Britain's role in the war.
Coordinates: 47°53′48″N 1°54′15″E / 47.89667°N 1.90417°E
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