Venice revives a quarter-mile floating bridge to island cemetery for All Souls' Day mourners

This year, Venice revived a historic floating bridge to the Isola di San Michele, enhancing accessibility for mourners honoring their loved ones on All Souls Day.

• The temporary floating bridge, spanning a quarter-mile, reconnects Venice with the Isola di San Michele, where notable figures like Igor Stravinsky and poet Ezra Pound are buried.
• Restoring this tradition allows Venetians to honor their deceased on All Souls Day, a significant cultural observance that emphasizes the citys deep historical ties to its cemeteries.
• The initiative reflects Venices commitment to preserving rituals and traditions, providing a physical link for families to the Isola di San Michele during a poignant time of remembrance.