The Pont des Arts is a pedestrian bridge in Paris, France, that spans the Seine River. Completed in 1804, it connects the Louvre Museum to the Institut de France. The bridge is known for its beautiful views of the city and its unique design, featuring a wooden deck supported by iron arches. Originally constructed as a temporary structure, the Pont des Arts has become a popular spot for both locals and tourists. It gained fame for the tradition of attaching love locks, where couples would secure padlocks to the bridge and throw the keys into the river, symbolizing their everlasting love.