The Dubai Walk master plan is Dubai’s long-term push to make it easier to move around on foot and by individual mobility. It aims to link districts through a citywide walking network, so everyday trips feel simpler and safer. The goal is clear. Boost walkability in Dubai and cut the friction of last-mile connectivity.
Key Takeaways: Dubai pedestrian network expansion
- Dubai plans to build and upgrade 6,000 km of walking paths across 160 areas by 2040.
- The plan includes 110 pedestrian bridges and underpasses to connect districts and improve crossings.
- Target: raise walking and individual mobility trips from 16% in 2025 to 25% by 2040.
Dubai Walk is a long-term urban mobility and public-realm initiative focused on improving walkability and last-mile connectivity across Dubai through a citywide network of pedestrian routes. The plan’s stated scope includes coverage across 160 areas and a target of more than 6,000 km of walkways by 2040, combining new construction with upgrades to existing paths. It also proposes 110 pedestrian bridges and underpasses to better connect districts and reduce barriers created by major roads, supporting safer crossings and more continuous walking routes. The initiative aligns with broader sustainable urban development UAE goals by encouraging active mobility Dubai and aims to lift the share of walking and individual mobility trips from 16% in 2025 to 25% by 2040.
| What’s in the plan | Target | When | Where |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walking paths (new + upgraded) | More than 6,000 km | By 2040 | Across Dubai (160 areas) |
| Crossings to link districts | 110 pedestrian bridges and underpasses | By 2040 | Across Dubai |
| Share of walking and individual mobility trips | From 16% to 25% | 2025 to 2040 | Dubai emirate |
How big is the Dubai pedestrian network under the Dubai Walk master plan?
It is planned to cover 160 areas across Dubai. That is the scale. The idea is an integrated pedestrian network, not a few isolated promenades. You walk from your building. You cross major roads. You reach shops, parks, and transit without feeling cut off.
Dubai’s target is more than 6,000 km of walking paths by 2040, mixing new routes with upgrades to existing ones. On top of that, the plan calls for 110 pedestrian bridges Dubai and underpasses Dubai. These links are meant to stitch neighbourhoods together.
Dubai wants the share of walking and individual mobility trips to rise from 16% in 2025 to 25% by 2040. That is a big shift over time. It points to a wider Urban Planning Dubai 2040 approach that treats walking as a real mode, not an afterthought.
It also ties into Sustainability as active mobility can mean fewer short car trips, especially for quick errands and first-and-last mile connections.
