The Tiberius Bridge
The Tiberius Bridge
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The Tiberius Bridge also known as Ponte d'Augusto e Tiberio is located on one of the ends of the city’s main street, Via Corso d’Augusto.
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gioluro
Leeds, UK62 contributions
Jul 2022
Have visited this lovely preserved Roman bridge several times over the years and it never fails to impress. It used to be possible to drive over the bridge in the past but it’s pedestrian now. Do walk across the bridge into the ‘Borgo’ where you will find quaint restaurants and lovely restored fisherman houses.
Written 4 August 2022
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Jason S
Melbourne, Australia2,180 contributions
Feb 2023 • Solo
Really nice historical bridge to see, located only about 5 minutes from city centre and easy to get to.
Bridge isn’t big, but visually very nice to see with the surrounding lake and park area.
I was lucky to go on a nice sunny day and the bridge and area had a really good atmosphere, a very photogenic bridge.
Bridge isn’t big, but visually very nice to see with the surrounding lake and park area.
I was lucky to go on a nice sunny day and the bridge and area had a really good atmosphere, a very photogenic bridge.
Written 11 August 2023
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Asiyah Noemi K
Pula, Croatia5,334 contributions
Nov 2019
Arriving from the city center from Piazza Tre Martiri through Via Massimo D'Azeglio, we remain delighted by the beautiful bridge on the Marecchia River - Tiberius Bridge ( Ponte di Tiberio). Walking over this bridge is a walk through history. The bridge was erected over the river Marecchia by decree of the Emperor August, his successor Tiberius (14 - 21 A.D.) brought its set-up to an end. This five-arch Doric bridge covered by Istria stone is one of the most remarkable existing Roman bridges as well as an important example of the Romans' technical skill. As a matter of fact the bridge is still used by the urban traffic today. Next to it, the new archaeological park 'Le pietre raccontano' leads to the discovery of the long history of the bridge and offers a panoramic terrace towards the Marecchia park. The atmosphere is always beautiful and it is popular with young people.
Written 24 December 2019
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Jorge B
6 contributions
Nov 2016 • Friends
Painted by Joseph Mallord William Turner as evidenced by a sketch "Bridge of Augustus at Rimini", 1819 it is a magnificent structure in every sense of the word. To explain Turner's choice of name, one is quick to point out that it was started in 14 A.D. towards the end of the reign of Augustus and completed in 21 A.D. during the reign of his step-son Tiberius (keep it in the family). Locals mention Augustus with great affection to this day; the first Roman Emperor brought “Pax Romana” and the bridge might be considered one of the world's greatest testaments for the victory of Peace. Having been patched up after damage in the Gothic War (535-554 A.D.), it stood miraculously steadfast in a city that succumbed to some of the heaviest allied bombing of World War II. It spans one of Italy's most significant causeways in a unique and special way... it survives the river that it was made to overcome, since “La Marecchia” was diverted in 1930 to minimise flooding in the region. Stand on the bridge Chaucer’s phrase “Right as diverse pathes leden the folk the righte wey to Rome.” rings true. Today it graces a lake and a harbour canal that leads out to sea, reflecting its sublime solid majesty with a white Istria stone that perfectly captures the hues of sunset. You find chiselled letters on the intact marble parapet, it is a bridge of character. Underwater lies the secret to its outstanding preservation, the Romans knew how to make concrete that sets in water (a key ingredient being inclusion of volcanic ash "pozzolana" that made the concrete more resistant to salt water than even many modern formulations) and a single solid foundation structure provides an unseen engineering masterpiece to support the pillars and butresses that have stood the test of time. There are plans to have the bridge "retire" from serving traffic in 2017, so if you want to see it in all its full fledged functioning glory, don't delay, but the future looks bright for a less congested stroll along this ancient bridge as Rimini prepares to divert traffic and make it a prominent feature for visitors. The bridge leads to a uniquely beautiful area of town called San Giuliano, the bottom line is if you really want to make the most of being in Ariminum, please take time from the beach and don’t miss it!
Written 15 November 2016
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Massimo M
Amsterdam, The Netherlands13 contributions
Aug 2012
Everytime I am back in Rimini, my place of birth, the first thing I do is to take a bicycle ( I do personally advice every tourist to leave the car at the hotel and to make use of o bicycle to visit the centre of Rimini ) and to admire the Tiberius Bridge. It doesn't matter from which corner, side or time of the day you look at it.....It Is SPLENDID!!!!!
Written 26 March 2013
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niki101
London, UK764 contributions
Jun 2012 • Couples
The Tiberius Bridge, also known as Ponte d'Augusto e Tiberio, is located on one of the ends of the city’s main street, Via Corso d’Augusto. Construction work started during the rule of Augustus and finished by Tiberius in the 1st century AD.
I was so thrilled when stepped in the bridge, alive with history, and run my hand over the stones with the ancient inscriptions!
It's an impressive work of architecture. The bridge features five semi-circular arches and was made entirely from white Istrian stone. It represents a splendid example of the technical expertise of the Romans; not only did it survive till today but it’s still very much in use. The bridge is extremely well-preserved and is open to pedestrians and vehicular traffic. I had to wait for several minutes to take pictures without passing car in the view.
It was interesting to learn that the bridge was the only crossing of the river Marecchia not destroyed by the retreating German army during the Battle of Rimini in 1944. It is also said to have resisted all attempts at destruction - another demonstration of the engineering skills of the Romans.
May be because of its age, the tiny bridge pavement is a bit slippery and you need to be careful when walk here.
I was so thrilled when stepped in the bridge, alive with history, and run my hand over the stones with the ancient inscriptions!
It's an impressive work of architecture. The bridge features five semi-circular arches and was made entirely from white Istrian stone. It represents a splendid example of the technical expertise of the Romans; not only did it survive till today but it’s still very much in use. The bridge is extremely well-preserved and is open to pedestrians and vehicular traffic. I had to wait for several minutes to take pictures without passing car in the view.
It was interesting to learn that the bridge was the only crossing of the river Marecchia not destroyed by the retreating German army during the Battle of Rimini in 1944. It is also said to have resisted all attempts at destruction - another demonstration of the engineering skills of the Romans.
May be because of its age, the tiny bridge pavement is a bit slippery and you need to be careful when walk here.
Written 30 July 2012
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Gabrielle H
Offenburg, Germany9 contributions
Sept 2020 • Family
Like the rest of Rimini, the bridge is really nice and a gem of all the history present in the city. Loved to see it!
Also found really interesting that the bridge is actually over a part of the sea, not an actual river :D
Also found really interesting that the bridge is actually over a part of the sea, not an actual river :D
Written 11 September 2020
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AlTraveler
Satellite Beach, FL306 contributions
Oct 2019
It is a 2 lane bridge used by cars, bicycles, and pedestrians to get into old town Rmini.. The bridge was started during Augustus' reign and finished under his successor Tiberius in 20 AD. It was the only crossing of the Marecchia hat was not destroyed by the retreating German army during the Battle of Rimini. If you are in teh area, you must see it.
Written 14 October 2019
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DNG66
Perth, Australia56 contributions
Sept 2019 • Couples
This is an incredible engineering feat and needs to be seen to really appreciated. Still used today as it was thousands of years ago
Written 21 September 2019
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sarapishock
Henley-on-Thames, UK139 contributions
Jun 2019 • Solo
Great place to run or relax away from the beach. Quite area with pretty surroundings and very clean. The bridge is also quite pretty.
Written 7 June 2019
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salve io mi trovo qui a Igea Marina in vaca za vicino Rimini, questa sera vorrei prendere il treno e uscire proprio a rimini...il problema è che sono a piedi, volevo sapere se dalla stazione avrò problemi per spostarmi se cè qualcosa vicino..grazie mille
Written 16 September 2017
Nessun problema. Dalla stazione proseguendo dritto e attraversando Via IV Novembre (sulla quale è possibile ammiare il Tempio Malatestiano) si arriva dritti a Piazza III Martiri. Proseguendo a sinistra della piazza si raggiunge l'Arco di Augusto. Andando a destra invece, si attraversa Piazza Cavour e poi andando oltre, si raggiunge il Borgo San Giuliano, dov'è possibile ammirare il Ponte di Tiberio.
Written 16 September 2017
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