Pont de Santander now open to pedestrians
The remodelling project improves accessibility and the bridge and the connection between the neighbourhoods of Bon Pastor and La Verneda i la Pau, in Sant Andreu and Sant Martí, respectively. The project came about after a citizen initiative gained nearly 4,500 signatures supporting it.
The new bridge includes:
- Pavements 4 metres wide on each side.
- A one-way bike lane on the road surface in each direction.
- One traffic lane in each direction.
The slope leading onto the bridge has also been reduced to facilitate pedestrian access, with lighting and traffic lights renewed and wi-fi points installed.
There are also plans to add fifty trees and parterres here once the drought ends.
A bridge to celebrate!
Local people in the neighbourhoods of Bon Pastor and La Verneda i la Pau gathered for a celebration to mark the renovation of the Pont de Santander.
The project responds to a long-standing demand from the local community in these neighbourhoods.
