Oldest in Paris
Like Venice, Paris is covered in bridges and no two are alike. The oldest of them all (despite the name) is Pont Neuf which was built between 1587 and 1607.
Until then, the bridges linking the city were made of wood and were not too stable. This bridge, unlike the rest, was made of stone and had walkways on the side for pedestrians to cross. Another differentiating detail is the presence of small balconies located above the arches from which you can sit and watch the Seine. Traders once used these corners to hawk their goods and a great many artists have sat there to paint the beautiful views of the Seine and its riverbanks.