A new pedestrian bridge from Obolonska embankment to Obolon Island has been opened in the capital. Find out what the new recreational location looks like, how to get there, and what to see

Tours to unbreakable Ukraine. Find out more on the website

CHOOSE A TOUR

A new wave pedestrian bridge has connected Obolon embankment and Natalka Park. According to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko, the bridge is unique from an engineering point of view.

Photo: Vitali Klitschko

New pedestrian bridge and recreational area in Kyiv: what does it look like?

Construction of this bridge began in 2021, but work was suspended at the beginning of the full-scale invasion. They were resumed only in the spring of 2023 thanks to the funds of patrons. In January last year, the mayor of the capital said that the Metropolis of Greater Paris had sponsored the completion of a pedestrian bridge from Obolonska embankment to Obolon Island, as well as the arrangement of a recreational area. The French allocated UAH 19.5 million for the construction work.

Photo: Vitali Klitschko

According to Klitschko, "the structures for the bridge were manufactured at Azovstal. They were brought to Kyiv just a few weeks before the start of the full-scale war."

For the time being, the main structure will not be illuminated, only the economical LED lighting near the bridge will work. The new bridge is 3.5 meters wide and 176 meters long. It is comfortable for people with limited mobility and does not interfere with the passage of small vessels to Obolon Bay.

Photo: Vitali Klitschko

The recreational area on Obolonsky Island is designed to preserve flora and fauna. Currently, benches, playgrounds and toilets have been installed, and new trees and bushes have been planted. In addition, hiking and cycling routes have been created for vacationers.

Photo: Municipal enterprise "Pleso"

Visit Ukraine on social media: Telegram | YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | TikTok

How to get there?

The new recreational area can be reached quickly by subway. Obolon station is located on the blue line. After reaching the specified metro station, you can continue the route on foot or use public transport:

– minibus №276 (5 stops to Pryozerna Street, then 5 minutes on foot);

– bus №73 (7 stops to Pryozerna Street, 5 minutes on foot);

– it will take about 30 minutes to walk from the metro station.

From other parts of the city, you can get to the park by trolleybus 34 or 47, buses 102, 114, 53, and 73, as well as by minibuses 180, 476, 485, 34, and 73. Bus 114 goes from Khreshchatyk to Pryozerna Street.

You can find even more interesting locations in Kyiv on the Visit Ukraine website. Follow the link and choose the most interesting tours of the unbreakable capital of Ukraine or contact our manager for a personalized tour.

To contact the manager, write "I want a tour" in a messenger convenient for you (Telegram | WhatsApp).

We remind you! Kyiv is a city with a rich history and an incredible number of places worth visiting for both Ukrainians and foreign guests. And we are sure that the capital of Ukraine can surprise even those who have lived here all their lives. Read where to spend a weekend in Kyiv and what to see when you think you've seen it all in our previous article.

Main photo: Vitali Klitschko

Want to know more? Read the latest news and useful materials about Ukraine and the world in the News section.

We recommend purchasing it for a safe and comfortable trip to Ukraine: 

Visit Ukraine Insurance – safe travel in Ukraine (insurance covering military risks);

Visit Ukraine Legal advice – comprehensive legal support on entry to Ukraine;
Visit Ukraine Tickets – bus and train tickets to/from Ukraine;

Visit Ukraine Tours – the largest online database of tours to Ukraine for every taste;

Visit Ukraine Hotels – hotels for a comfortable stay in Ukraine;

Visit Ukraine Merch – patriotic clothing and accessories with worldwide delivery.

© 2018-2024, Visit Ukraine. Use, copying or reprinting of materials on this site is permitted only with a link (hyperlink for online publications) to Visit Ukraine.

All rights reserved.