Ponte dei pugni

The Ponte dei Pugni is a stone bridge located in the Cannaregio district, famous for being the site of ancient “fist fights” between Venetian families. Its name comes from the brawls that took place here, where opponents tried to knock each other into the canal below using their fists.

Today, it is a favorite spot for tourists due to its unique history and the beautiful view of the Rio di San Barnaba.