Translation. Region: Russian Federal
More than 71% of the capital’s residents voted for the idea of creating a green park on the site of the monorail on the Active Citizen portal. It is planned to open in 2027. Now they will receive a new urban space that will connect 5 districts at once, where 300 thousand people live.
Trips in this direction will continue using the developed transport network. Today, the monorail has alternatives in the form of convenient and fast routes through new metro and MCC stations, as well as trams and buses with electric buses, which partially duplicate its route.
The monorail was built more than 20 years ago, during which time it never fully began to perform its transport function. A scheduled inspection revealed the need for major repairs.
The monorail can be given a second life by updating its infrastructure and creating a new beautiful park space for Moscow residents.
The modern and unusual park will have free and round-the-clock entry. The number of visitors could reach up to 20,000 people per day, which is 10 times more than the monorail uses today.
For the first time in Russia, a running track for active recreation in any weather and quiet walking areas can be stretched along the entire length of the 4 km and 6 m above the ground! Everyone will be able to run their own “mono race” here. The park will offer a stunning view of the VDNKh area and the Ostankino Tower.