Sunday, November 2, 2014

The New Bridge

New footbridge, Fortezza Vecchia, Livorno
The new footbridge is ready, but I doubt that we will be able to cross it normally any soon: what is the utility of it if the Fortezza Vecchia is always closed or it is open by appointment only?
New footbridge, Fortezza Vecchia, Livorno
Even the boat owners have been vocal in their opposition at this project, because a working bridge would be a gate of sorts between the canals where hey keep their boats and the sea.

See also: Assembling the Bridge - Waiting for the Bridge - Fortezza Vecchia - Piazza dei Grani - Scalo Regio - Porta del Duca
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12 comments:

William Kendall said...

It might have well been better to leave things as they were. Interesting construction on the bridge though.

Revrunner said...

Oh well. It's there now. Maybe, in time, the fort will reopen for regular visitation.

Unknown said...

your first shot is very interesting

Dina said...

So, everything has its drawbacks.
It does seem like a narrow passageway for the boats.

Gunn said...

I see your point....
A bit strange.

Karl said...

Maybe they have more projects for the future and this bridge is only the first step ?
I like your photos.

Birdman said...

They might rename it "Dignitary Bridge".

cieldequimper said...

Oh no. I knew there would be a snag somewhere...

Lois said...

It does seem a bit odd to me.

Stefan Jansson said...

Weird.

Unknown said...

With or without the bridge, the Fortezza Vecchia is fantastic!

Luis Gomez said...

Sounds complicated my friend!