Ponts Génois

Erected during the occupation of Corsica by Genoa from the 13th to the 18th centuries, the Genoese bridges stand as silent witnesses to a rich history of economic exchange and cultural integration.

Intricately designed to facilitate trade routes between isolated communities, each bridge is an architectural masterpiece – a blend of functionality and aesthetic beauty perfectly integrated with the wilderness of the Corsican landscape.

Drawing inspiration from the Gothic style, the bridges boast steep arches culminating in single rows of stone at an apex, exuding an aura of sophistication and elegance.

Despite the passage of centuries and the abrasive Mediterranean climate, the Genoese bridges stand the test of time as an enduring showcase of craftsmanship, though their exact number remains shrouded in mystery.

ponts génois

These stone marvels stand as silent witnesses to a rich history of economic exchange and cultural integration.

Giersiefen invites us on his immersive exploration, tracing the courses of Corsican rivers from source to sea, in search of these hidden treasures

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