La Laguna Walkway to Open in February, Final Pieces Delayed Until 2026

The Padre Anchieta pedestrian walkway in La Laguna, Tenerife, is expected to be fully open in February. However, the final parts won't arrive until January 2026, according to Island President Rosa Dávila.

Originally, the walkway was supposed to be finished by the start of this school year.

Construction has been delayed, partly due to the impact of the war on shipping, Dávila explained at a press conference.

Two more sections that will connect the walkway to the Geneto area arrived on the island Wednesday night.

Dávila said these sections will be installed next Monday and Tuesday and are crucial for completing a key part of the walkway.

Four more pieces are needed to connect the walkway to the La Laguna Interchange. These are scheduled to arrive in Tenerife in January 2026, allowing the pedestrian walkway to finally open in February.

The Tenerife Island Council believes this walkway is an innovative feat of engineering and mobility, making it one of the most advanced pedestrian structures in Europe.

Designed by Fhecor Ingenieros Consultores, the walkway features a continuous, curved ring shape supported by strategically placed points to minimize disruption to existing roads. Ramps, stairs, and an elevator ensure it's accessible to everyone, creating a new public space around La Laguna.

Rising six meters above the roundabout, the walkway separates pedestrians from traffic, improving safety and traffic flow at one of Tenerife's busiest intersections.

The ring design won the National Innovation and Design Award in 2019 from the Spanish Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities for its contribution to sustainable urban mobility. The engineer behind the design, José Romo, has worked on major infrastructure projects worldwide, including the Gordie Howe International Bridge, the longest cable-stayed bridge in North America.