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Rio Antirrio Bridge

Patras, Greece

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Rio Antirrio Bridge

A cable-stayed toll bridge over the Gulf of Corinth, it links Rio on the Peloponnese with Antirrio on the mainland and opened in 2004. Drivers pay a toll, while visitors walk the sidewalks or take a ferry at about half the price.

Highlights

  • Pylons rising from the gulf
  • Lit pylons at night
  • Ferry views from the water

Good to know

  • Toll 15.90 euros for cars one way
  • Ferry costs about half the toll
  • Walking across takes 30 to 40 minutes

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