Opening of the Seongdong-gu Jungnangcheon Riverside Pedestrian Bridge

New 210m-long pedestrian bridge constructed and opened over Garamgyo on Jungnangcheon Riverbank... Separate bicycle and walking paths established

A pedestrian-only bridge has opened on the right bank of Jungnangcheon near Garamgyo on the walking trail.

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jong-il] Seongdong-gu (Mayor Jeong Won-oh) announced that a pedestrian-only bridge (210m long, 3.5m wide) was opened at the end of last year on the walking trail near Garamgyo Bridge along the Jungnangcheon Stream.

Until now, the area near Garamgyo Bridge had mixed bicycle paths and walking trails, causing great inconvenience to residents who had to detour through narrow underpasses designated for bicycles or general roads when taking a walk.

Also, when detouring via general roads, pedestrians had to cross roads without traffic lights, exposing them to safety risks.

In response, Seongdong-gu has continuously made efforts to find ways to improve pedestrian inconveniences through on-site inspections.

Although there were many difficulties such as securing the budget until the pedestrian bridge was installed, the project was fully implemented through close consultation with Seoul City, creating a new landmark along Jungnangcheon Stream.

A district official explained, “After the installation of the pedestrian bridge, the Jungnangcheon walking trail naturally connected as a pedestrian path, and the bicycle path and walking trail were separated, allowing safe use of Jungnangcheon. As a result, the number of residents using the walking trail has greatly increased.”

A viewing area was also provided at the center of the upper part of the bridge. It is expected to be a very good place to enjoy leisure, as visitors can observe various migratory birds in the stream and enjoy an open view of the waterfront.

Jeong Won-oh, Mayor of Seongdong-gu, said, “The installation of the pedestrian bridge has created a waterfront cultural space, allowing residents to safely and comfortably enjoy Jungnangcheon,” and added, “The green space construction in the Songjeong district will also be completed within the first half of this year to create another healing space.”

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