Monaco’s ambitious vision for a pedestrian-friendly city continues to unfold with plans for a new bridge—the Fontvieille footbridge—set to open in June 2025. This new footbridge will extend from the Wurtemberg bridge, already a crucial part of Monaco’s innovative pedestrian network. Together, these projects are transforming the way people move within the Principality, connecting key districts and easing city traffic.
The footbridge project was designed by local architects François Lallemand and Christian Curau, and includes two public elevators and a staircase, providing convenient access from Avenue de Fontvieille to Monaco’s western districts. Municipal council members fully supported the project, noting its contribution to a unified and accessible pedestrian path that connects Fontvieille and La Condamine to Monaco’s western entrance at the Salines park and ride facility.
The concept of soft mobility, or eco-friendly urban transport, is core to the government’s goal of reducing inner-city traffic. With the addition of the Fontvieille bridge, Monaco is taking another step toward creating a seamless pedestrian network, allowing residents and visitors alike to navigate the city on foot. Currently, the Wurtemberg footbridge, accessible through the Salines Gallery (Galerie des Salines) on Level -15 of the Salines parking lot, offers a 10- to 13-minute walking route between the Salines park and ride and Fontvieille via Avenue Pasteur. Once completed, the Fontvieille bridge will carry this route forward, making it even easier to reach the Ilot Pasteur district.
Opened in April 2023 by Prince Albert, the 15-level Salines parking complex is equipped with 1,790 parking spaces, including 100 Monaco ON electric charging stations. It features a variety of amenities: two bike stations, motorcycle parking, a car wash, and a designated area for coaches, all geared toward reducing dependence on cars within the city limits.
Monaco’s park and ride system, a key feature of its Mobility Plan, launched earlier this year, is further supported by two express bus lines connecting the Salines parking to major city districts. Buses run every 10 minutes from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., with increased frequency during rush hours, providing residents with easy transit options that reduce car usage.
By encouraging residents and visitors to “park and stroll,” Monaco is forging a sustainable urban future, enhancing accessibility while reducing traffic and environmental impact.
The 2025 completion of the Fontvieille footbridge will complete the vision, establishing a scenic, easily navigable pedestrian route through Monaco and giving new meaning to the concept of soft mobility in an urban setting. With each new bridge and pathway, Monaco is expanding its commitment to a greener, more walkable city.
