LIVE from the Camino Suspension bridge over the Orbe closed

[irrie]

Today we were really looking forward to the walk in the gorge de l’Orbe (stage Jougne to Orbe) on the Via Francigena in Switserland. After the long steep descent from Ballaigues to the river Orbe (over 200 heightmeters) there was a sign at 10 meters from the bridge telling it was closed!!! Why not put that sign at the beginning of the descent in the village? We were very disappointed. It isn’t mentioned in the VF-app. The only thing we could do is to go to Le Day and take there the bus to Orbe.

 

[donalomahony]

Just looking at the translation via Google...

"Temporary diversion. For work reasons, the I'lle footbridge will be closed from Monday June 17 and for an indefinite period; accordingly the river cannot be crossed at this location and we ask you to take the diversion put in place.

With thanks for your understanding. "

I imagine like a lot of the Apps, the developers have to be informed by "someone" of "changes" on the route...

Frustrating though.

 

[Paul-CH]

It really depends on the maps you are using. In the SwitzerlandMobility Map it's marked close. Otherwise it helps to ask the local people in advance. As in the last days we had very bad weather in the southern part of Switzerland. I will start next Monday July 8th at St. Maurice and check the way again, in order not to be surprised. Also in Italy the had landslides.