Myth 'Devil' Bridge in Switzerland

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Travel - Most ancient bridge in Europe known as the devil's bridge. Not because of the horror, but the difficulties in the manufacturing process. One is the bridge Teufelsbrucke in Switzerland which has interesting facts and legends.

Teufelsbrucke comes across Gorge, in the beautiful valley of the Reuss, in the area of  Uri, Switzerland. Bridge has another name of Satan, it is very difficult Teufelbrucke mada at that time. How not, the must penetrate the rocky hills of the river bottom heavy.

Based on the legend, so hard to build this bridge, to the extent that they are asking for help demon. Ad a result, the devil also help build the bridge to completion but with a condition. The first person to cross the bridge will be taken down his life to the devil.

One completed, according to a legend, the population of goats to take off over the bridge. Feeling deceived, devil upset and carry a big rock to destroy the bridge. However, before works, there appeared a woman with a cross and make the devil.

From site teufelsbruecke.ch, this bridge was used until early 13th century. Because, lies somewhat below the bridge so that the turbulence hit the rover and snow-covered in winter. In the 16th century, a new bridge made of stone made. But, unfortunately returned damaged due to war and storm.

In 1820, re-built and it takes 10 years to complete its construction. Although, after on 1958, the 'devil's bridge' is no longer used caused it has created a new bridge that could accommodate more can density. The new bridge is located om top of the old one.

Although no longer passable, but travelers can still see the old bridge form the new bridge. In fact, a large stone which is said to be thrown devil to destroy the bridge is still there and can still be seen. See Also: