I've a thing for old bridges and this one is Písek is a very old one, it is the oldest bridge in Czech Republic and one of two oldest bridges in Central Europe.
Písek is a medium-sized town on the Otava river in the South Bohemian Region, about 44 km (27 mi) northwest of České Budějovice. The town is most famous for the Stone Bridge over the Otava river.
Foto: Ivan Rillich
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The Stone Bridge (Kamenný most) from the second half of the 13th century is the most important landmark in the town. It is the oldest bridge in Czechia which has survived until today. It is therefore older than the world famous Charles Bridge in Prague.
The bridge itself was built in the Gothic style, but there are replicas of Baroque statues on it. The Stone Bridge in Písek bears therefore a certain resemblance to Charles Bridge. Obviously, it is much shorter than the famous bridge from Prague: 109.75 m (360 ft) vs. 621 m (2,037 ft). Charles Bridge is also nearly 4 m (13 ft) wider. But the bridge from Písek is roughly one century older than its more famous cousin. - in: https://www.amazingczechia.com/destinations/pisek/
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