Posts from August 11th, 2025
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Summer Tour of These NH Covered Bridges
Advancements in design and materials have eliminated the practical purpose of covered bridges, but they remain a perennial favorite among sightseers who appreciate their quaint appearance and charming settings. Our real estate agents have created a must-see list of covered bridges around Plymouth homes for sale that are worth visiting.
- Swiftwater Covered Bridge - 7 Porter Road, Bath, NH 03740
While New Hampshire is home to several covered bridges, the Swiftwater Covered Bridge is one of only a few that date back to the 19th century. Originally built in 1810, not far from Bath homes for sale, the bridge had a cover added in 1849 after multiple losses to flooding. The Swiftwater Covered Bridge is recognized as one of the better examples of the distinctive Paddleford truss that was widely used throughout New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine during the 19th century. In 1976, the Swiftwater Covered Bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places.