Bridge of Serves
Bridge in Vila Nova de Famalicão; Guimarães, Portugal
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Bridge of Serves is a bridge to connect Pedome, Vila Nova de Famalicão, Portugal to Gondar, Guimarães, Portugal, crossing the Ave River. The bridge was classified as a National Monument in 1938.[1] Construction probably started in 1185;[2] the structure underwent reinforcement works in 1950 that left it completely changed from its medieval origins.[3] It features four uneven arches, with cutwaters in the pillars.[2][3]
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Coordinates41°25′13″N 8°22′38″W
CrossesAve river
LocaleVila Nova de Famalicão; Guimarães, 
Portugal
PortugalTotallength54,8 m
Bridge of Serves Ponte de Serves | |
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| Coordinates | 41°25′13″N 8°22′38″W |
| Crosses | Ave river |
| Locale | Vila Nova de Famalicão; Guimarães, Portugal |
| Characteristics | |
| Total length | 54,8 m |
| Width | 6 m |
| History | |
| Construction start | 1185 |
| Location | |
 Interactive map of Bridge of Serves | |
