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📚 The two arches, as well as the vertical connecting elements and the anchoring struts are welded solid web profiles. The substructure of the walkways is formed by a secondary structure. The lateral connections are independent of the main supporting structure. Single-span beams with a span of approx. 35 m bridge the roadways. The supporting structure consists of the compression chord at the deck level, which is under-tensioned by tie rods. The materials The deck surface is made of oak wood. Slip resistance is ensured by epoxy resin inclusions with silex scattering in the wood. The railings are formed by a prestressed stainless steel net. The railing is transparent and at the same time present enough to convey the necessary sense of security. The lighting is integrated into the handrail made of extruded aluminum. It emphasizes the unique silhouette of the bridge. The footbridge, with its innovative construction, takes up the tradition of Parisian bridges, which express the latest technologies of their time - innovation as tradition. https://www.nextroom.at/building.php?id=600 🌐

📚 It is directly accessible from both the lower street level and the two upper levels of the library and Parc de Bercy. Additionally, there is a glass elevator on each side of the river, providing access for people with physical disabilities. The construction of the main span is formed by two compression arches and two tension bands, arranged in two vertical planes. The distance between the planes is 5.20 meters. The two supporting elements work together and stabilize each other. This structure was chosen for its spatial potential and static efficiency. It allows for maximum stability with simultaneous maximum lightness and elegance. The arch and tension band are connected by elements arranged radially to the arch geometry – four steel tubes converging at one point, so-called “obelisks” – which are clamped into the arch cross-section and form a half Vierendeel girder. The main structure is clamped at the riverbanks in the support area. The arch and tension band cross at the quarter point of the span. A massive cast part creates the continuous connection between the arch and tension band at the crossing point. The static system is similar to a Gerber girder, which allows for a reduction of the span moment. The anchors are formed by 2 compression struts and 2 vertical tension elements. Through the shape of the compression strut, a distribution of forces is achieved: one part is directed to the foundations, one part to the compression arch. Massive steel bands with a width of 100cm and a thickness of 10cm (in the lens area) or 15cm (in the side areas) form the tension bands. https://www.nextroom.at/building.php?id=600 🌐

📚 The pedestrian is offered a variety of possibilities for crossing the bridge with different perspectives. 3 paths accompany curve and counter-curve. The middle path leads along the pressure arch with an unobstructed view of Notre Dame and historic Paris. The counter-curve, along the tension band, leads close to the water. The superposition of the force lines corresponds to the networking of the paths. In the central area of the bridge, the superposition of the arch and the tension band creates a volume in the shape of a lens. It forms a unique public space over the river, which becomes a grandstand for events on the water. The lower part of the lens forms a square with a length of 65 m and a width of 12 m. Temporary kiosks and cafés are planned here, which are covered by the middle band and thus protected from sun and rain. The square invites the stroller to linger halfway. At the same time, the lens forms the stabilizing element in the urban space through its symmetrical distance from the banks. The supporting structure The bridge consists of three parts – the central main span, which spans the Seine, and two side walkways, which bridge the embankment roads and form the connections to the Bibliothèque de France and the Parc de Bercy. https://www.nextroom.at/building.php?id=600

📚 The pedestrian bridge, with a total length of 304 m, connects the new eastern districts of Paris, Bercy and Tolbiac, as well as the new French National Library and the Parc de Bercy. The bridge spans the Seine and the adjacent, heavily trafficked riverside roads. Here, too, the Seine plays a central role in the urban space, similar to the centre of Paris. The riverbed of the Seine, compared to its otherwise average width of 100 metres in the city area, is 150 metres wide at this point. The two existing bridges, 700 metres apart, border the « Bassin de Bercy ». To preserve this basin, unique to Paris, in its entirety and to ensure the greatest possible freedom for activities planned on the water, the new bridge is column-free and spans the basin in one go.The footbridge inextricably links architecture and structure. Two curves create the geometry of the bridge, whose soft form is understood as a response to the strictly geometric environment. These curves are simultaneously structure and guidance. They form a wide-span arch and a tension band. The interplay of the two elements allows for a clear span of 194 m. https://www.nextroom.at/building.php?id=600 🌐

Chez Gaston is a super cozy spot in Paris where you immediately feel welcome. The brunch is worth it: you can choose from sweet and savory dishes like pancakes with Nutella and bananas, avocado toast with eggs, or crispy chicken. The hot drinks (flat white, matcha latte, etc.) are spot-on, and the freshly squeezed juices are a nice bonus. What I really loved: everything is relaxed, the atmosphere is friendly, and you can feel the attention to quality (there's even something gluten-free on the menu). Perfect for a lazy morning with friends or just to unwind.

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