Thomond Bridge

Thomond Bridge is the name of a former and current bridge over the river Shannon in Limerick city.

Thomond Bridge

Historic bridge

The earliest bridge, was built near a fording point.[1] It was the scene of a failed defence of the city during the Siege of Limerick. The old Thomond bridge was located at the same location as the current bridge,[2][3] near King John's Castle.[4] The Treaty Stone was placed near there.

Current bridge

The current bridge over the River Shannon with King John's Castle in the background

The current bridge was built from 1836 to 1836,[5] replacing the earlier bridge.[6] The bridge now forms part of the R445 (formerly N7), carrying traffic on the Northern Relief Road.[7]

Thomond Bridge (on the left of this photograph), from the 19th century, stands on the site of the earlier bridge.

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