The Puente de Hierro, the iron bridge across the Segura in Archena

The bridge has carried traffic into and out of Archena for almost a century

The iron bridge which carries the MU-522 over the River Segura as it enters the town of Archena may be too narrow to allow fluid traffic movements, but it has been declared an item of cultural interest and over the years has won its place in the hearts of the local population.

The bridge was built in 1933, and although there are plans for a new structure to be built alongside it, carrying traffic heading out of the town, the old bridge will be restored and repaired, while care will be taken to ensure that its new neighbour does not obscure the view of this historic infrastructure in Archena.

Prior to the iron bridge the entrance into Archena was over a wooden structure which was built in 1865. (see History of Archena)

The iron bridge is now an important landmark on the picturesque footpath which runs along the western bank of the Segura as it passes through, or around, Archena, and this path in fact leads all the way to Lorquí, Molina de Segura and Murcia.

Click for further information about the municipality of  Archena.