Geneva likely to OK new footbridge

Wednesday, 7 February 2024 06:30

It seems likely the City of Geneva will green light the construction of the Mont Blanc footbridge at its session later today.

It was due to be voted on yesterday – but councillors ran out of time.

It will cost CHF 54m and run for 234 meters.

The construction will mean moving a boat landing stage from the Quai Wilson. The plans for that have held up the decision.

Once finished, the sidewalk on the road bridge will be closed and a two-way cycle lane installed.

Provided it's not held up with a referendum, which is deemed unlikely, work could start before the end of the year.

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