Once in the city of Arta, head to Arachthos river to find the renown Bridge of Arta.
The Bridge of Arta is the most famous stone bridge in Greece. It is estimated that since ancient times there was a bridge in its current position, while it acquired its present construction in the early 17th century.

The Bridge of Arta has a length of 145 meters and consists of 4 stone arches, which have completely no symmetry between them. It is considered to be the pride and joy of Arta, being also a favorite photo-spot for tourists, locals and photographers as well as the best inspiration for painters.

Beside its beauty and impressive architecture, the Bridge of Arta is famous for the legend that surrounds its building. According to it, the construction of the bridge took several years to be completed. The legend has it that the workers kept finding out every morning that whatever they had built was overnight demolished. And it is said that a bird with human voice gave a prophecy; the bridge will only stand tall if a person is embedded in its foundations, this person has to be the master builder's wife. So this was done and thence forward the bridge stands in its current position. This legend was passed down to us today by a well-known folk song "The Bridge of Arta ".

History researchers are trying to connect the legend with the historical reality, giving their own explanation. According to it, the Turks during the Ottoman occupation had ordered the construction of the bridge so as to make it easier for the army to pass. The Greek residents, not being able to question their orders, did built the bridge in the morning but destroyed the foundation during the night. The Turks in turn, decided to terrify them by killing the master builder (and maybe his wife too), leaving the rest with no other choice than to complete the construction of the bridge, fearing for their own lives.

Whatever the truth, the Bridge of Arta stands now tall and beautiful, magnificent and legendary, awaiting for your visit.