Pont d’Iéna is a historic bridge in Paris, spanning the River Seine and connecting the Eiffel Tower on the Left Bank to the Trocadéro on the Right Bank. Commissioned by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1807, the bridge was named after his victory at the Battle of Jena (Iéna) in 1806, a significant triumph over the Prussian forces. The bridge’s original design featured five arches and was adorned with imperial eagles, a symbol of Napoleonic power, which were later replaced with sculptures of Gallic roosters under the Bourbon Restoration.
The Pont d’Iéna has undergone several modifications since its completion in 1814, including structural reinforcements and aesthetic changes, such as the addition of sculptures representing warriors from various regions of France. The bridge is now a popular thoroughfare for both pedestrians and vehicles, offering stunning views of the Eiffel Tower and the Seine, and serving as a key link between two of Paris’s most famous landmarks.
Post 2024 Legacy
The stadium is a temporary structure that will be taken down after the Games.
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