G2G Wallenstein Bridge Meeting October 16 6:00 pm

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:bridge_at_night: Public Meeting: G2G Rail Trail – Proposed Pedestrian Bridge in Wallenstein

Exciting progress for the Guelph to Goderich (G2G) Rail Trail! The Region of Waterloo has begun early planning and design for a new pedestrian and cyclist bridge over the Conestogo River — a key step in closing the current gap on the Kissing Bridge Trailway near Wallenstein.

:date: Date: Thursday, October 16, 2025
:six_o_clock: Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
:round_pushpin: Location: Wallenstein Bible Chapel (4522 Herrgott Rd, Wallenstein)

Join the in-person public meeting to:
:white_check_mark: Learn about the proposed bridge design
:white_check_mark: Ask questions and share your feedback
:white_check_mark: Help shape the future of the G2G Trail!

:laptop: Can’t attend in person?
Visit engagewr.ca/G2G-trail-bridge
to learn more and complete the online survey — open October 16 to November 6, 2025.

Together, we can bridge the gap and make the G2G Rail Trail safer, more accessible, and more connected for everyone. :green_heart::woman_biking::man_walking:

#G2GRailTrail #KissingBridgeTrailway #Wallenstein #TrailCommunity #WaterlooRegion #BridgeTheGap

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Quick update from the meeting, they showed various bridge options that were looked at and have decided on a two span steel bridge using the centre pier. The other two piers will remain in place under the bridge but will not carry any load. So long as environmental assessment and council approval is received, construction will be completed in spring to fall 2026.
This project is the bridge over the Conestoga River only. The highway 86 crossing will be considered at a future date once new cyclist and pedestrian traffic counts are established. It will still be a great benefit as we’ll be crossing in the 50 km/hr zone rather than the 80.

All info here: G2G Rail Trail Pedestrian Bridge | EngageWR

There is also a quick survey on the website, open until November 6

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