Ancien Pont, Cotonou

Name: Ancien Pont
Address: Cotonou, Benin

#6 among attractions in Cotonou

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The Ancien Pont is a bridge in Cotonou, Benin. The bridge crosses the Lagune de Cotonou which separates the two sides of the city. It was built in 1928 and renovated in 1981. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 6°21'32"N, 2°26'30"E

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Ancien Pont – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Dantokpa Market, Cotonou Cathedral, Cotonou Lighthouse, 10th arrondissement of the Littoral Department.

1.1 miNW
Market, Shopping
Dantokpa Market, Cotonou
28 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Cotonou, the economic capital of Benin, the Dantokpa Market stands as a vibrant microcosm of West African commerce and culture. This sprawling marketplace is not just a shopping destination but an immersive experience for any traveler...
~1350 ftSW
Church
Cotonou Cathedral, Cotonou
7 min walk • The cathedral of Notre Dame de Miséricorde, commonly known as Cotonou Cathedral, is a Roman Catholic cathedral, located near the Ancien Pont Bridge in Cotonou, Benin. It is noted for its distinct burgundy and white striped tiled architecture. Its tower stands towards the rear-end left side of the main building.
0.5 miS
Lighthouse
Cotonou Lighthouse, Cotonou
13 min walk • Cotonou Lighthouse is a lighthouse in Cotonou, Benin. It was established in 1910. A second skeletal tower was built in 1928, and that light was moved to the water tower in 1968.
1.3 miNW
Neighbourhood
10th arrondissement of the Littoral Department, Cotonou
35 min walk • 10th arrondissement is an arrondissement in the Littoral department of Benin. It is an administrative division under the jurisdiction of the commune of Cotonou.
1.2 miNW
Neighbourhood
2nd arrondissement of the Littoral Department, Cotonou
32 min walk • 2nd arrondissement is an arrondissement in the Littoral department of Benin. It is an administrative division under the jurisdiction of the commune of Cotonou.
1.2 miNW
Neighbourhood
13th arrondissement of the Littoral Department, Cotonou
32 min walk • 13th arrondissement is an arrondissement in the Littoral department of Benin. It is an administrative division under the jurisdiction of the commune of Cotonou.
1.2 miNW
Neighbourhood
7th arrondissement of the Littoral Department, Cotonou
32 min walk • 7th arrondissement is an arrondissement in the Littoral department of Benin. It is an administrative division under the jurisdiction of the commune of Cotonou.
1.2 miNW
Neighbourhood
5th arrondissement of the Littoral Department, Cotonou
32 min walk • 5th arrondissement is an arrondissement in the Littoral department of Benin. It is an administrative division under the jurisdiction of the commune of Cotonou.
1.2 miNW
Neighbourhood
8th arrondissement of the Littoral Department, Cotonou
32 min walk • 8th arrondissement is an arrondissement in the Littoral department of Benin. It is an administrative division under the jurisdiction of the commune of Cotonou.
1.2 miNW
Neighbourhood
1st arrondissement of the Littoral Department, Cotonou
32 min walk • 1st arrondissement is an arrondissement in the Littoral department of Benin. It is an administrative division under the jurisdiction of the commune of Cotonou.
1.2 miNW
Neighbourhood
9th arrondissement of the Littoral Department, Cotonou
32 min walk • 9th arrondissement is an arrondissement in the Littoral department of Benin. It is an administrative division under the jurisdiction of the commune of Cotonou.