Gazing at Puente Oblicuo, have you ever considered its unusual angle? This bridge, part of the Madrid Río project, isn’t just a walkway. It’s a transformed section of the M-30 motorway. Originally designed in 1969 by engineers Fernández Casado, Troyano, and Armisén, Puente Oblicuo opened in 1974. It served as a vital traffic artery, carrying the constant flow of vehicles around Madrid. Its oblique design, far from being an aesthetic choice, was purely functional. This angle allowed the M-30 to gradually cross the Manzanares River, avoiding sharp turns. This facilitated smoother traffic flow. The river channel is only about 40 meters wide. Yet, Puente Oblicuo stretches 155.5 meters, almost four times the river’s width. This demonstrates the impact of its unique slanted design. Look closely at the structure. The bridge deck is a thin, trapezoidal slab resting on pairs of columns. Each pair is spaced 25 meters apart. The bridge has a width of 15.5 meters. Imagine the traffic that once roared across this span. Now, Puente Oblicuo is a tranquil pedestrian and bicycle pathway. It seamlessly connects the Ermita del Santo promenade on the right bank with the Virgen del Puerto promenade on the left. The transformation, part of the Madrid Río project, was overseen by landscapers Ginés Garrido and Fernando Porras. It was inaugurated in the autumn of 2008. The project added a large, longitudinal garden of over 820 square meters. This garden, filled with lawns and pine trees, borders the pedestrian walkway and cycle path. Puente Oblicuo isn’t just a bridge. It’s a testament to urban renewal and a peaceful oasis within a bustling city.
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