Viaduc de Millau

This must be one of the coolest bridges in the world to drive over. It’s very long to drive to from Calais but you must come here at least once, because it’s a masterpiece of engineering. The bridge sits so high there were clouds beneath it. Just so you’re aware there is no where to stop on the actual bridge. We found the best experience was to drive below it for photos then drive over the top. It takes an hour of driving to get from the bottom to the top where the bridge is with no traffic. There is a toll but at the time we crossed it only cost about €8 roughly which we think is a bargain to drive over something so cool!!

This place is a marvel of engineering. At its tallest point you could put the Eiffel Tower under it. To get under it take the first after or last exit before the bridge and follow the signs for the town of Millau. Look for the P for parking right as the road goes under the bridge. This is the best place to get the feel of the enormity of this structure. Enjoy!

A modern engineering marvel! Driving over it is an amazing experience, and the views of the valley below are spectacular. Sleek, elegant, and surprisingly graceful for such a massive structure.

The Millau Viaduct, the tallest bridge in the world, is an impressive feat of engineering. Toll prices vary by vehicle type and season. It saves nearly an hour by avoiding a detour through the village below. However, the price to cross is expensive and it increases almost yearly. A nearby viewing station offers fascinating insights into its construction, with information available in many languages. A must-see landmark.

The viewing centre, UNDER the bridge, is now closed forever (2022). I was there when they had closed it off and got kicked out of the car park as it was being used for an exhibition. There is another spot further ahead to the right (when you come from the roundabout) where you can park and take some great photos looking up. You can also see how big the pillars are. There is a viewing point from higher up at the services off the A75 but you'll have to pay the Toll. But the bridge is much further away and to find the best spot is a bit tricky.

Great stop at the Aire du Viaduct de Millau. The Belvedere path (sign posted) takes you up a steep climb to a stunning vista of the viaduct.

We planned to drive over to this on our way back from a European road trip, and it was so worth it - if you like bridges, civil engineering, etc. We knew it was big, but it's huge! Definitely worthwhile heading off the main road to the little viewing area underneath it, just to get a sense of scale as to how high it is 🙄

The Viaduc de Millau is stunning. Its size and elegance are incredible. Driving over it feels like flying. A must-see for anyone passing through the region.

Awesome.. visited the Millau Viaduct this September it was a dull day but that didn't make it any less magnificent. The viewing centre was a little difficult to find, it's right underneath the bridge. It's difficult to imagine how they managed to get the two sides to meet when you see how high up it is. Well worth a visit if you are in that area.