A modern, curving bridge spans across a mist-covered landscape. The bridge is elevated and supported by pillars, with a grassy field below stretching into the distance. A line of trees is visible in the hazy background.
Ponte Sul Serchio

Ponte Sul Serchio

Tuscany, Italy

2013

Client   Municipality of Lucca
Spanning the River Serchio near Lucca, the architectural and structural form of this highway bridge has been carefully developed to ensure simplicity during the construction and operation phases, while maintaining a low visual profile when set against the magnificent surrounding landscape.
A modern bridge stretches over a calm river. Two people stand on the bridge, silhouetted against the sky. Below, a green field with patches of sunlight adds a serene atmosphere to the scene.

Exploiting the potential of balanced cantilever construction, the main span will be erected in two halves, each parallel to the banks of the river. Each half is then rotated into the final position and connected with an insitu concrete stitch at midspan over the river channel. Once connected the structure ceases to be a balanced cantilever and takes on the characteristics of a continuous viaduct. In this way, the construction process will have a minimal impact on river hydrodynamics while greatly simplifying access and flexibility.

Each principle support is designed with a distinctive hollow ‘window’ to allow water to pass during flood events, minimising hydraulic effects on the structure.

A modern pedestrian and cyclist bridge curves over a grassy landscape with a misty sky. The bridge has sleek railings and integrated street lamps, and a road for vehicles runs parallel in the distance.
A long, modern bridge stretches across a grassy landscape under a clear blue sky. The structure casts a large shadow on the field below. In the distance, trees line the horizon beneath fluffy white clouds.
Technical diagram of a structure with multiple sections, emphasizing the main subject, showing overall composition, architecture by MOXON Architects.
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Structural engineer
COWI

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