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The Morlaix viaduct is a railway bridge, of the viaduct type, located in the city of Morlaix which allows the crossing of the Morlaix river and the service to the city station by the line from Paris-Montparnasse to Brest.
Sep 21, 2024 · The town is dominated by a two-storied railway viaduct (built 1861–64, partially destroyed by the Royal Air Force in 1943 and now reconstructed) that spans the valley 200 feet (60 metres) above the quays.
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The viaduct straddles the historic heart of Morlaix, and its roadway spans 292 metres, with a height of 62 metres. This structure has been the symbol of the city for over 150 years. A manufacturing heritage with a modern twist on the quays.
- The Port Area of Morlaix
- Historic Centre of Morlaix
- Maison de La Duchesse Anne
- Local Events and Attractions
Morlaix originally developed around the port and it is still a hub of activity. Impressively grand houses can be seen along both sides of the port that were built with the proceeds of the profitable linen industry and other port activities, mostly in the 18th century. This area of Morlaix is always bustling in summer, its popularity with pleasure c...
Beyond the viaduct you reach the historical centre of Morlaix which is very pleasant to explore, with open squares and narrow streets lined with medieval houses. First take a look at the Church of Saint-Melaine which is up a broad flight of stairs next to the viaduct. This 15th century church has a spire that was added in the 19th century and conta...
The best known of the medieval houses is on Place Allende and called the 'Maison de la Duchesse Anne'. Built around 1525 you will best appreciate the design and decoration if you visit the house, it costs less than 2 euros and is highly recommended (open for visits May to September). It is known as a 'lantern house'. Several of the 16th century hou...
In the bay at Morlaix there is an interesting chateau which is now a sailing school. This is the Chateau du Taureau, built in the 16th century to defend the town against the English after they had invaded Morlaix in 1522. In Morlaix town a large music festival (modern music, not the traditional music you will sometimes come across in Brittany) is h...
Nov 15, 2022 · As well as attracting tourists, the sea continues to support the economy through oyster production, seaweed and algae industries and seawater spa treatments, including the Thalasso Spa at Roscoff. As for Morlaix’s iconic viaduct, it was built between 1861 and 1863, spanning 292 metres and rising 62 metres into the sky.
The Morlaix viaduct is a railway bridge, of the viaduct type, located in the city of Morlaix which allows the crossing of the Morlaix river and the service to the city station by the line from Paris-Montparnasse to Brest.
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To observe the town from above, go up to the first floor of the railway viaduct. The view of the port, the town centre and the roofs of Morlaix is breath-taking. In the afternoon, continue to Saint-Thégonnec churchyard. It’s the most superb in Brittany.
