The Longest Covered Bridge In Vermont, Cornish-Windsor Bridge, Is 449 Feet Long
New England, Vermont especially, is known worldwide for old, picturesque covered bridges. There’s something so attractive and comely about covered bridges. From the way they accompany the bucolic rolling hills and landscapes you often find them in, to the historic and charming importance they have with locals and visitors alike, Vermont would certainly not be the same without them. To commemorate these quintessential Vermont landmarks, let’s take a look at the longest covered bridge in Vermont, the Cornish-Windsor Bridge, which crosses the Connecticut River and is an impressive 449 feet in length and over 150 years old.
Note that the bridge is not entirely in Vermont due to the fact that the Connecticut River, which separates Vermont from New Hampshire, is considered part of New Hampshire. Since the bridge can be accessed from Vermont (Windsor), we consider it a Vermont destination as well.
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Built in 1866, the Cornish-Windsor Bridge stretches from Windsor (VT) to Cornish (NH), hence the name. It is the fourth bridge built in its current location, the first of which commenced in 1796.
At 449 feet and five inches long, the Cornish-Windsor Bridge is the longest covered bridge partially in Vermont. The longest covered bridge entirely within Vermont is the West Dummerston Covered Bridge.
Prior to 2008, the Cornish–Windsor Covered Bridge was the longest covered bridge in the United States. The Smolen–Gulf Bridge in Ohio now takes that spot.
The Cornish–Windsor Covered Bridge is one of the most enchanting and handsome covered bridges in the United States. Let us know if you’ve been across it. Which other Vermont landmarks do you think we should feature? Let us know below in the comments section. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Luke was born and raised in Colchester, Vermont, and is a recent graduate of the University of Vermont where he studied philosophy and economics. His interests and hobbies include: reading, writing, learning new languages, hiking and playing outdoor sports.
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