Coastal Boardwalk, New Plymouth. Taranaki. New Zealand.
S 39° 03.365 E 174° 04.318
60H E 246633 N 5672918
One of the major attractions in the coastal city of New Plymouth is the award-winning Coastal Boardwalk, a 7km path that forms an expansive sea-edge promenade stretching almost the entire length of the city.
Waymark Code: WM7FCV
Location: North Island, New Zealand
Date Posted: 10/18/2009
Views: 14
Ideal for walking, running, cycling or skating, or simply enjoying the view of the dramatic west coast, the walkway connects popular recreational areas and the CBD to the sea.
Huge wooden logs form seats along the walkway and a number of interesting stone carvings and pieces of public art are displayed, including the famous Windwand.
Along the entire 7km length the boardwalk is built above the rocks along the sea edge with numerous pedestrian access points dotted along the way.
The boardwalk is designed without an edge, to accentuate the sense of being on the edge of the sea, while the curved seawall and location of the path provide protection from the waves. The seawall is also punctured by finger piers, which are designed for people to view and enjoy the open coastline.
For the Physically Challenged, it is easily accessible and enjoyable for wheelchairs and mobility scooters.
Length: 7km
Physically Challenged Accessible?: yes
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