Millau Viaduct
- French: Le Viaduc de Millau
- Address: A 75
- Vicinity: Spans the valley of the Tarn near Millau in southern France
Y/M/D | Person | Association | Description | Composition | Food | Event |
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Y/M/D | Person | Association | Description | Composition | Food | Event |
2001/10/16 | Construction begins on Millau Viaduct. The P2 pier of the Viaduct is 244.96 metres (803.7 ft) tall. The tallest structure in France, it is 23 m taller than the Eiffel Tower. | |||||
2004/12/16 | Foster and Partners | Architect | Designed by architect Sir Norman Foster and structural engineer Dr Michel Virlogeux, Millau Viaduct opens. |
Particulars for Millau Viaduct: | |
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Structure type | Bridge |
Bridge Type | Cable-stayed Bridge |
Area of Significance | Engineering |
Sight Category | Structure |
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