Dubai Unveils New 820-Metre Cycling Bridge Linking Al Mamzar and Al Khawaneej

Dubai: Dubai has unveiled a new 820-metre pedestrian and cycling bridge connecting Al Mamzar and Al Khawaneej via Al Nahda, marking another major step in the emirate's commitment to sustainable transportation and active lifestyles.

Developed by Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), the bridge crosses Al Nahda Road and provides a dedicated connection for pedestrians and cyclists, expanding the emirate's non-motorised transport network and improving connectivity between key residential and recreational areas.

The structure connects directly with the Al Khawaneej and Al Warqa cycling tracks, extending the route to Saih Al Salam and creating a continuous corridor for cyclists and pedestrians across several parts of the emirate.

The project forms part of the RTA's strategy to promote sustainable mobility, encourage walking and cycling as practical transport options, and provide safer, more convenient travel for residents and visitors.

It is one of a series of pedestrian and cycling bridges being delivered under a wider master plan that has seen the RTA complete 13 cycling tracks totalling 162 kilometres, forming an integrated network linking Al Khawaneej to Al Mamzar Beach, Al Warqa to Saih Al Salam, and Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) to Jumeirah.

The development supports Dubai's comprehensive plan to expand its cycling network to 1,000 kilometres by 2030, in line with the Dubai Bicycle-Friendly Strategy, which aims to promote cycling as an environmentally friendly means of transport, enhance safety standards, and connect districts through dedicated tracks and bridges.

The emirate's investment in cycling infrastructure has strengthened its global standing, earning Dubai a place among the world's top 100 cycling-friendly cities in the 2025 Copenhagenize Index, the first city in the Middle East to achieve the distinction. The number of cycling trips rose from 46.6 million in 2024 to 57.3 million in 2025, an increase of 23.5 percent.