The P45-Million Valenzuela Boardwalk Is Now Open to the Public
It triples as a linear park, bike trail, and flood wall.
(SPOT.ph) Residents of Valenzuela City have a new spot to walk, run, and bike in with the opening of the Valenzuela Boardwalk. At four meters wide, the 1.3-kilometer-long linear park spans across Barangays Coloong, Tagalag, and Wawang Pulo.
The P45-million project is designed to offer a scenic route for fitness activities while protecting the city from potential flooding by creating a vital barrier against water flow from neighboring Meycauayan.
It's open to the public from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. every day.
“Ito pong boardwalk natin ay hindi lamang pasyalan, kung hindi ho ay proteksyon para sa ating mga barangay,” Valenzuela Mayor Wes Gatchalian said in a statement.
To celebrate the boardwalk’s opening, Valenzuela City held its first-ever "Valenzuela Walkathon" with around 200 senior citizens participating. In addition to the walkathon, the boardwalk also hosted a free go-karting event for children aged 4 to 7.
The boardwalk is even more beautiful at night.
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Not just the Valenzuela Boardwalk
The boardwalk is just the latest addition to Valenzuela City’s long list of urban community parks, including Valenzuela People's Park, Tagalag Fishing Village, and Polo Park.
Valenzuela People's Park
Located beside the City Hall in Barangay Malinta, this 1.5-hectare park has picnic grounds, a children’s playground, an interactive fountain, an amphitheater for performances, and even a mini-zoo with animals like crab-eating macaques. There's also an Aerocircle for fitness enthusiasts, where Zumba classes and other aerobic exercises are held.
Tagalag Fishing Village
A standout eco-tourism destination, this village by the river in Barangay Tagalag lets visitors fish and enjoy river views. There’s a boardwalk for scenic strolls, boat tours, and opportunities for birdwatching.
Polo Park
This smaller, quiet park in Barangay Polo is ideal for small group activities.
What makes Polo Park stand out is its untouched, growing trees surrounding the park, providing not only shade but “cooler, fresher” air. It’s a peaceful retreat ideal for residents who want to enjoy a quiet walk or just hang out in a more relaxed setting. There’s Wi-Fi access within park premises, too!
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