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Pont National is a bridge in eastern Paris that crosses the Seine between the 12th and 13th arrondissements. The structure carries road traffic and includes a railway crossing associated with the Petite Ceinture corridor, giving it a combined transport function. Built in the mid-19th century, it was first called Pont Napoléon III and received the name Pont National after the political changes of 1870. Its masonry arches reflect the utilitarian bridge building of that period.
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Where is Pont National in Paris?
Pont National crosses the Seine in eastern Paris between the 12th and 13th arrondissements. It connects areas on the southeast side of the city and forms part of the local transport network.
What types of transport use Pont National?
The bridge carries road traffic and includes a railway crossing associated with the Petite Ceinture corridor. That gives it a combined road and rail transport role.
What is the Petite Ceinture connection at Pont National?
Pont National is associated with the former Petite Ceinture railway corridor, the orbital railway around Paris. The bridge therefore reflects both the city's road network and its historic railway infrastructure.
Is Pont National only a road bridge?
No. In addition to road traffic, it includes a railway crossing linked with the Petite Ceinture corridor. Its transport function is therefore broader than that of an ordinary road bridge.
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