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Origin and history

The Gallo-Roman bridge of Outremécourt and Sommerécourt, located in the department of Haute-Marne, is a remarkable ancient vestige. Built to cross the Mouzon, it is part of the route of the Roman road linking Trier (in present Germany) to Langres, a major axis of communication in Gallo-Roman times. Its five arch architecture earned it the nickname Pont-five-Parts, reflecting its distinctive structure.

Ranked under the title of historical monuments by decree of 9 March 1932, this bridge illustrates Roman engineering and its role in the organization of the old networks. Official protection underscores its heritage importance, both for its state of conservation and its link to regional history. Although the sources do not specify the details of its construction or possible sponsors, its use continues as a material testimony of the exchanges between Gallo-Roman cities.

The monument now depends on the communes of Outrecourt and Sommerécourt, in the present Great East region. Its current state and accessibility are not detailed in the sources, but its ranking guarantees its preservation. It is integrated into a wider historical landscape, including other monuments of Haute-Marne, and remains an emblematic example of the ancient bridges still visible in France.

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