This medieval bridge spans the Rio Vero with a striking high semicircular arch. The stone surface and low walls allow passage on foot and by bicycle but not by vehicle. The waters below are known for their remarkable green colour. The bridge sits close to the road near Alquézar and forms part of a marked hiking trail towards Buesca.
Puente de la Albarda
The water of the Rio Vero runs an extraordinary green, visible only metres below the span.
- Accessibility
- Not wheelchair accessible.
- Parking
- Parking available 38 metres from the bridge.
What makes it special
A high semicircular span that rises sharply above a small river with striking emerald water. Stone paved and low walled, it invites both walkers and cyclists, yet turns away vehicles. It appears unexpectedly along a marked hiking trail, a discovery just off the road.
Good to know
- No restrooms on site.
- Not wheelchair accessible; parking is 38 metres away.
- Bridge is closed to vehicles; pedestrians and cyclists only.
- Located just off the road, allowing a quick stop during a drive through the valley.
Getting there
Parking is available 38 metres from the bridge at the roadside. From there, a short walk leads directly to the stone crossing.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you cycle across the bridge?
Yes. The stone surface and low walls permit both walking and cycling, but not vehicles.Is there parking at the bridge?
Parking is available 38 metres away at the roadside.Why is the water so green?
The colour comes from the mineral-rich stream, a feature visitors consistently remark upon.