Puente de los Franceses, Madrid

Name: Puente de los Franceses
Address: Av. de Valladolid, 85, Madrid, 28023, Spain

#190 among attractions in Madrid

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Facts and practical information

The Puente de los Franceses railway viaduct is located in Madrid, Spain. Comprising five semi-circular brick skew arches, it was built in the second half of the 19th century to carry the railway line from the north across the River Manzanares. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 40°26'1"N, 3°44'8"W

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Av. de Valladolid, 85Moncloa - Argüelles (Casa de Campo)Madrid 28023 Spain

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Puente de los Franceses – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Templo de Debod, Museo de América, Puerta de San Vicente, Estadio Nacional Complutense.

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Nature, Hill, Natural attraction
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Monuments and statues
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Monuments and statues
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Museum, Specialty museum
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Puente de los Franceses?

Nearby attractions include Monumento a Simón Bolivar, Madrid (11 min walk), Parque del Oeste, Madrid (14 min walk), Monumento a Concepción Arenal, Madrid (15 min walk), Museo del Traje, Madrid (15 min walk).

How to get to Puente de los Franceses by public transport?

The nearest stations to Puente de los Franceses:

Bus

Av. Séneca - Senda del Rey • Lines: 160, 161, A (3 min walk)
Av. Valladolid - Pte. Franceses • Lines: 46, 573, N20 (3 min walk)

Metro

Ciudad Universitaria • Lines: L6 (22 min walk)
Moncloa • Lines: L3, L6 (23 min walk)

Train

Moncloa (24 min walk)
Príncipe Pío (32 min walk)