Pont de Pierre, Bordeaux, France The pont de Pierre, with 17 arches, stretches 478m (1,568 ft.) across the Garonne and is one of the most beautiful bridges in France. Built on orders of Napoleon I in 1813, the bridge can be crossed on foot for a view of the quays and the port. For an even better view, we suggest a tour of the port, which lasts about 90 minutes and goes up the river and all around the harbor. It departs from the Quai des Chartrons, in the center of town. It's available year...
