Posted in Vermont
October 05, 2015
You’ll Want to Cross These 29 Bridges In Vermont Before You Die
There are too many beautiful and iconic bridges in Vermont to really devise a list that narrows down which you should visit. Vermont is the state with the largest amount of covered bridges per square mile, with over 100 across the state to explore. Here’s a list of 29 amazing spots that definitely should be on your bucket list.
The builder Richard Spaulding named this bridge after this grandfather A.M. Foster, creator of the Foster Maple Spout and Bucket Cover used for sugaring.
Bridge troll included. Must give troll the password to get across.
Originally the Stoughton Bridge until Mr. and Mrs. Titcomb bought it and placed it on their property for visitors and sightseers to come by.
Built by Nicholas Powers across Furnace Brook.
This bridge was originally built for Arthur Pinkman's sheep so they would have a way to cross the street. It's also modeled after the Creamery Covered Bridge in Brattleboro.
Also known as the High Bridge or the Roaring Bridge, make sure you have cash on you if you decide you want to be a little rebellious and run across the bridge.
This stunning bridge was rebuilt after Hurricane Irene a few years back.
A covered bridge leading to another covered bridge...so two birds with one stone?
This iconic bridge built in 1879 passes over the Wheelstone Brook and is always an exquisite site to see no matter the season.
Named after Benjamin Greenbanks, who owned a woolen mill up the street.
Built across the Cold River (as you can tell), this adorable bridge is definitely worth a peak inside with a romantic partner.
This one is famous for being washed away down the river in 1927 and showing up later that year a mile downstream. It's now back in its original spot.
There is an old tale surrounding this bridge about a girl named Emily who committed suicide here after her lover left her. It's rumored that she can still sometimes be seen wandering around the bridge looking for her man on some nights.
Also known as School Bridge, Schoolhouse Bridge, or Upper Bridge, this is the northernmost bridge in the entire state.
Previously called Old Hollow Bridge, it is now owned by Vermont Flannel Company and used for storage. There are still plenty of old memorabilia from Spade Farm hanging around inside.
This double-lane bridge crosses the Otter Creek, connecting Middlebury to Weybridge.
This bridge crosses the first branch of the White River in Southern Vermont.
Ok so this one isn't covered, but it's one you absolutely have to see before you die.
How many of these have you visited? And what else would you add to the list? Feel free to post your own pictures in the comments!
