On July 7, 2025, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) introduced a newly extended 47.5-kilometre pedestrian and cycling path along the Saen Saeb Canal, aiming to improve daily commuting through enhanced accessibility, safety, and environmental sustainability.
Unveiled during a media tour led by Deputy Governor Wisanu Subsompon, the project is part of Bangkok’s broader “Walkable, Safe Cycling” initiative. Designed to run from Phra Nakhon to Nong Jok, the walkway connects several key districts, transport hubs, and communities across the capital.
The route includes upgraded infrastructure such as lighting, CCTV cameras, safety railings, and ramps for people with reduced mobility. The improvements are intended to ensure that residents can use the path safely at any time of day.
“This is about creating a healthier urban environment with a secure and inclusive transit option,” said Wisanu during the tour.
The Saen Saeb Canal walkway forms part of a long-term plan that will extend through 2030, with future phases expected to connect additional areas, including Ladprao, Phrom Phong, Thaphra, and Sam Yot. To date, over 60 kilometres of reinforced canal embankments and adjoining pathways have been constructed, with a further 4.72 kilometres currently under development.
During the presentation, officials highlighted a section of the path between Wat Mai Chong Lom Pier and the SWU Phyathai Pier, which passes through a mix of residential areas and institutional spaces near Srinakharinwirot University. Local feedback has been positive, with many residents reporting a greater sense of safety and ease during their daily routines.
The BMA has also actively sought community input throughout the design process, incorporating suggestions on features such as ramp placement and rest areas to better match the needs of local users.
Officials present for the tour included representatives from urban planning and transport departments.
