description Passerelle Debilly Overview
Passerelle Debilly is a pedestrian and cycle bridge crossing the River Seine in Paris between the Avenue de New York and the Quai Branly, near the Eiffel Tower. It was built in 1899 and 1900 for the Universal Exposition and was initially intended as a temporary visitor crossing. The metal through-arch structure was moved slightly in 1906, retained as a permanent bridge, and listed as a French historic monument in 1966.
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Why was Passerelle Debilly built?
Passerelle Debilly was built for visitors to the 1900 Universal Exposition in Paris. It provided a crossing of the Seine between the Avenue de New York and Quai Branly.
Is Passerelle Debilly close to the Eiffel Tower?
Yes. The footbridge is near the Eiffel Tower on the Paris Seine waterfront. Its route connects the areas around Avenue de New York and Quai Branly.
Is Passerelle Debilly for cars?
No. Passerelle Debilly is a pedestrian and cycle bridge, so it is intended for walking and cycling rather than motor traffic.
What river does Passerelle Debilly cross?
It crosses the River Seine in Paris. The bridge links the south side near Quai Branly with the Avenue de New York side.
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