The Patapat Viaduct is an elevated road — over 30 meters above sea level. This 1.3 km long coastal bridge can be found in the municipality of Pagudpud in Ilocos Norte.
Connecting the Maharlika Highway in Laoag City to the Cagayan Valley, this is a busy street above the coastal areas of Pagudpud. The fourth longest bridge in the Philippines, this winding concrete beauty is said to be the northernmost roadway part of Ilocos Norte.
Connecting the Maharlika Highway in Laoag City to the Cagayan Valley, this is a busy street above the coastal areas of Pagudpud. The fourth longest bridge in the Philippines, this winding concrete beauty is said to be the northernmost roadway part of Ilocos Norte.
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| Patapat Viaduct - Connecting Ilocos and Cagayan Valley |
It has one of the most scenic spots in Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte. It gives you a beautiful glance of the windy and wavy Pasaleng Bay.
READ: PAGUDPUD ITINERARY GUIDE: Tourist Spots and Things To Do In The Northernmost Part Of Ilocos Norte
The day we went here was a bit rainy and very dark, given it was about to hit 6 o'clock in the evening after we tour around Pagudpud. It was very challenging for us to take a decent photos.
Still, we were in awe of the view from the bridge. An ever ending horizon is just mesmerizing to stare at. I will definitely go back here just to have a give myself a decent photo at least.
The day we went here was a bit rainy and very dark, given it was about to hit 6 o'clock in the evening after we tour around Pagudpud. It was very challenging for us to take a decent photos.
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| During our visit in 2013 |
It was our last destination for that day. Plus, we were in a hurry since we the tricycle we rented is already overtime.
These photos are taken in 2013 using my old digicam during my second visit in Ilocos Norte together with Team Basti.
In 2012, I missed to visit the viaduct with my former co-workers.
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| Almost night time |
Still, we were in awe of the view from the bridge. An ever ending horizon is just mesmerizing to stare at. I will definitely go back here just to have a give myself a decent photo at least.
OTHER TOURIST SPOTS IN PAGUDPUD
HOW IT LOOKS TODAY
This is how Patapat Bridge looks today:
BEACH RESORTS TO BOOK NEAR PATAPAT VIADUCT
Knowing that Pagudpud is one of the top tourist destinations in the country, finding a place to stay here is not really a big challenge but of course, it would be ideal and less hassle to book your reservations as early as possible.
There are many budget hotels, transient houses and of course those luxury hotels to stay in. You can check our list of accommodation in Pagudpud and see which one suits your budget.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Patapat Viaduct
- Why Patapat bridge is famous?
Patapat Viaduct became a tourist attraction because it offers a majestic view of Pasaleng Bay. On a very clear day, the islands of Fuga and Calayan are visible to the naked eye. During the rainy days it shows its splendor with its water dropping rhythmically to a precipice on the rocky shore of the sea below. - Who built Patapat Viaduct?
The viaduct was constructed by Hanil Development Co. Ltd. under the overall management of DPWH-PMO-PJHK and was completed and opened to traffic in October 1986. It rises along the town's coastal mountains, which is the starting point of the Cordillera Mountain Range that snakes through Northern Luzon. - Why is it called a viaduct?
The term viaduct is derived from the Latin via meaning "road", and ducere meaning "to lead". It is a 19th-century derivation from an analogy with ancient Roman aqueducts. Like the Roman aqueducts, many early viaducts comprised a series of arches of roughly equal length.
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| Patapat Viaduct - Connecting Ilocos and Cagayan Valley |
HOW TO GET TO PAGUDPUD
Pagudpud is located at the northernmost part of Ilocos Norte which is approximately 2 hours ride from the capital, Laoag City. There are buses you can find at the city proper of Laoag offering trips to Pagudpud on a daily basis.
LAOAG CITY can be accessed by the following:
- By Land: Partas, GV Florida Transport, Dominion Bus Lines, Philippine Rabbit and Fariñas Transit have daily trips that will take you directly to Laoag City.
Travel Time: From Manila to Laoag City, 10-12 hours. So, I advise you to have a night trip for this. - By Plane: Take a direct flight from Manila to Laoag via Cebu Pacific or Philippine Airlines.
Travel Time: From Manila to Laoag City is about an hour. Flights are usually at night, so better make the necessary adjustments on your itinerary.
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Since Patapat Viaduct is located at the northernmost part of Pagudpud, you have to get a bus ride from Laoag and rent a tricycle to tour around the area.
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Check out my Ilocos Travel Guide:
- TOP 10 Must-See Sights in Ilocos Norte (Best Tourist Spots!)
- The Sinking Bell Tower of Laoag City
- Bangui Wind Turbines, the First Wind Farm in the Philippines
- Malacañang of the North and the Marcoses
- Patapat Viaduct - Connecting Ilocos and Cagayan Valley
- La Paz Sand Dunes of Laoag
- Saint Augustine Church AKA Paoay Church
- La Virgen Milagrosa Chapel of Badoc
- Blue Lagoon, The Boracay of the North
- Kapurpurawan Rock Formation of Burgos
- Cape Bojeador Lighthouse of Burgos
- Marcos Museum and Mausoleum in Batac
- 10 Ilocano Food That Will Make You Crave For
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The rates, contact details and other information indicated in this post are accurate from the time of writing but may change without IMFWJ's notice. Should you know the updated information, please let us know by leaving a message in the comment box below.
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