Ponte Medieval de Pontesampaio

Great bridge .. although like many a little scary to cross w cars

Nice view of the end of river vigo and a preview of the tiny winding roads we will be taking through the other side. Battle sight on other side ..long walking day .

Medieval Bridge on the Camino

While the origins of the bridge are Roman, the current structure dates to the Middle Ages. The bridge crosses the estuary of the Verdugo River and is on the path from Arcade to Pontevedra on the Portu...

Very picturesque historic bridge

The highlight of the 12k walk from Arcade to Pontevedra on the Portuguese Camino was crossing the Sampaio bridge (aka Ponte Medieval de Pontesampaio) outside Arcade. The Battle of Puente Sanpayo or Ba...

Mediaeval bridge

This is an older bridge between two villages. Pontesampaio and Arcade. Be careful when crossing as cars use it and walkway is not very wide. But a must see if in town.

Forced visit

Original Text

The medieval S.X bridge on some Roman foundations. It has 144 m long and ten arcades. Here was a battle against the French in 1809. Now it is a forced step on the Protugues Road.