Take a look at the big changes planned from the Meadows to George Street
Last updated 7th Apr 2022
The final designs for big changes to the roads and pathways between the Meadows and George Street have been revealed by Edinburgh Council.
It will become an area to avoid for car drivers with plans for segregated cycle paths, wider pavements and pedestrian priority areas.
Forrest Road
We're promised the changes along the route via Teviot Place, Forrest Road, George IV Bridge, the Mound and Hanover Street will 'respect and enrich' the World Heritage Site.
Some changes have been made following a public consultation, including a two-way cycle track at Hanover Street changing to one-way cycle lanes on either side of the road.
A bus gate is being introduced on Market Street to reduce through-traffic in the area.
Also, footways along the route have been widened further and a new safe cycle crossing over Princes Street tram tracks has been added.
It is part of a wider plan to transform the way we travel around the city centre and construction is due to start in 2024.