Millau Viaduct
bridge, Millau, France
Also known as: Millau Bridge
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Constructing the world's longest cable-stayed bridge
Overview of the Millau Viaduct, spanning the Tarn River, southern France.
The Millau Viaduct is a cable-stayed bridge located in southern France, spanning the Tarn River valley. Opened in 2004, it was the world's highest road bridge at the time of its completion, with its deck reaching approximately 343 meters (1,125 feet) above the river. The viaduct is a significant feat of engineering, designed to ease traffic flow and provide a striking visual landmark in the region. The town of Millau itself is a service and tourist center situated on the Grands-Causses plateau.1
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