6. Pont de Québec

SAINTE-FOY / SILLERY.   Opened in 1919, Pont de Québec was the first bridge to connect the north side of the Saint Lawrence (at Sainte-Foy) with the south (at Charny). It also happens to be the longest cantilever bridge in the world: of its total length of 987 meters, 549 meters (1702 feet) is a single suspended span. During construction, the suspended span collapsed twice, killing over a hundred workers. Originally it carried only rail traffic, but today the bridge has a railway line, three automobile lanes and one pedestrian lane. If you'd like more information, contact the Coalition pour la sauvegarde et la mise en valeur du Pont de Québec at 418-641-6411.   (© 10Best)

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