The Corgo River (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈkɔɾɣu]) is a river in northern Portugal which flows through the settlement of Covelo and the city of Vila Real. It flows southwards into the Douro River, merging near Granja.
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The Corgo River Viaduct carries the A4 motorway (Transmontana Highway) over the river.[1] The cable-stayed bridge, opened in 2013, is ranked 56th highest in the world,[2] 4th highest in Europe, the most highest and 5th longest in Portugal.
References
edit- ^ Bentley Systems Inc., LCW Consult SA, The Corgo River Valley Viaduct, accessed 10 July 2018
- ^ Wikipedia Foundation, List of highest bridges, accessed 10 July 2018
41°09′10″N 7°46′26″W / 41.1529°N 7.7739°W