The construction of the pedestrian bridges was authorized by an act of 18 June 1836, in favor of M. de Beaumont, the projector, who would recoup his expenses, valued at 380.000 fr., by collecting tolls.
The construction of the pedestrian bridges was sanctioned by an ordinance of 18 June 1836, in favor of M. de Beaumont, the inventor, who would recoup his costs, valued at 380,000 fr., by collecting tolls.