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The Stone Bridge in Nerestce is a historic monument bridging the River Skalici in the territory of the village Nerestce in the district of Písek. This Empire Arch Bridge, built in the early 19th century, is part of the region's cultural heritage. Although he lost his original transport meaning, he serves as a monument to local history and architecture.

The bridge was built on the site of an older bridge after the end of the Naples wars. Its construction dates back to 1814-1816, although some sources mention the years 1813-1815. The base stone was laid on 29 July 1815 and the construction took place until 1819. The bridge became part of the Imperial State Passav Road connecting important territories within the Habsburg State. The construction required over 25 000 gold coins and the opening ceremony was attended by many important personalities, including Empress-Royal Chief Inspector Jan M. Nussbaumer and owner of the Chimelic and Tochovice estate Gabriela Vratislav.

Architecturally, the bridge is built of an empirical-style stone typical of this period. The construction has a length of almost 45 metres and its longest range is 13.7 metres. Originally, a group of eight baroque statues from Jan Karl Hammer's workshop was stored in a depository in Chimelice because of their poor condition.

In the 20th century the bridge went through several changes and events that affected its history. In the 1920s or 1930s, baroque statues were thrown into the river bed, but subsequently restored and returned to the original place. During World War II, tragic events took place around the bridge when there was a clash between the guerrillas and the German SS troops. After the war, the bridge was reconstructed and served as a food shop during the construction of the new I / 4 iron concrete bridge.

In 2016 there was a significant reconstruction of the stone bridge, implemented by Česká Budějovice construction company Edikt. The reconstruction included a return to the original appearance of the construction and simultaneous modification of functional elements according to the applicable standards. The period materials were used, stone masonry was cleaned and further reconstruction work was carried out.

Today the bridge in Nerestce is a cultural technical monument that attracts visitors with its history and architecture. Although it no longer plays a role in large transport, it is an important place for understanding regional history and a monument to the events of the past. Visiting this bridge offers an opportunity to explore the rich cultural heritage of the Czech Republic and to appreciate the efforts to preserve it.

The Stone Bridge in Nerestce is not only an architectural monument but also a witness to the history of the region. Its reconstruction and protection represent an important step towards preserving cultural heritage for future generations. Visiting this bridge is a challenge to discover and appreciate historical monuments that form an essential part of our cultural space.