The author has currently catalogued 406 natural arches to date in his home country of France. Starting with the famous Pont d'Arc found on this gallery the finest example of the most beautiful natural arch and bridge in France. Pont d'Arc (Ardèche County) This wonderful natural bridge spanning the Ardèche River is located on the side of the road D290 2.5km from the west exit of the village of "Vallon Pont d'Arc". From the village follow the road sign toward "Gorges de l'Ardèche" to a parking lot. This natural bridge is well know in Europe for his triomphal start about canoeing trip on the river. In the summer time, it is usual to seen numerous canoes under the bridge. The bridge is located on the IGN topographic map 2939 "Gorges de l'Ardeche" (pleat B4) NABSQNO 31T612843-4915298. Reference Arch Hunter Book FR32. Nearest natural arch Ranc de L'Arc (10km).





L'Arche du Pont d'Arc
Because of its proximity to the spectacular Pont d'Arc, this nice arch is pretty much ignored. It is located on the top of the rock on the north abutment of Pont d'Arc. Reference Arch Hunter Book FR 36. Two photos below shows the arch from above and from below.