The Esplanade- cycle path

I am often asked why cyclists use the pavement on The Esplanade rather than the carriageway. The sign at the east end of The Esplanade appears to direct cyclists, coming from Monifieth, along the north footway. I asked the Environment Department about it and in response I have been advised that the footways are not to cycleway standard and as The Esplanade is wide and has traffic calming it is ideal for on road cycling to be promoted. Four additional signs are to be installed along the footway to encourage the use of the carriageway, the exact wording to be agreed with the traffic engineers.

There is an item coming before the Environment Committee on Monday requesting approval to carry out works on the green circular route and core paths that will see improvements being made to path surfaces, signage and lining at various locations. The additional signs for The Esplanade are to be added to this programme of works. I’m told they should be in place before the end of the year.