Saint-Magdalene Bridge

The Pont Sainte-Madeleine, a view of the Rohan Palace

From the Pont Sainte-Madeleine, you enjoy a magnificent view of the façade of the Rohan Palace and its aligned windows above the Ill. It is one of the oldest bridges of Strasbourg. The Strasbourg audio-guided tour stops here to savour this viewpoint over the river and the historic centre.

One of the oldest bridges of the city

The Pont Sainte-Madeleine is one of the oldest bridges of Strasbourg. Originally, its piers were of wood; the current bridge seems to date back to around the middle of the eighteenth century, and was damaged then rebuilt over the course of history. Spanning the Ill, it offers one of the finest viewpoints over the Rohan Palace and its perfectly aligned windows above the water.

What to see

From the bridge, you admire the façade of the Rohan Palace reflected in the Ill, the quays and the old houses of the historic centre. It is an ideal spot for a photo of Strasbourg, especially in the soft light of morning or evening. The bridge offers one of the finest perspectives over the river and its monuments.

Practical information

The Pont Sainte-Madeleine lies in the heart of the historic centre of Strasbourg, spanning the Ill near the Rohan Palace, reachable on foot. It is a freely accessible public structure, open at all times and on the level. The view of the Rohan Palace is particularly beautiful there; the place is discovered during a walk along the river.

What can you see from the Pont Sainte-Madeleine?

The façade of the Rohan Palace and its windows aligned above the Ill, as well as the quays and the historic centre of Strasbourg.

Is the Pont Sainte-Madeleine old?

Yes, it is one of the oldest bridges of Strasbourg; its piers were originally of wood and the current bridge dates back to around the middle of the eighteenth century.