Update: The End of ‘Mount Kamuning’ Is Official

If you have been following our stories here on TripZilla Philippines, you probably remember our post about one of Metro Manila’s most talked-about footbridges. Yes, we are talking about Mount Kamuning, the steep pedestrian bridge on EDSA that felt like a full workout every time you crossed it.

Now, there is finally good news for commuters. The long wait for change is over and work on a safer, more accessible replacement is now underway.

Well, there’s finally an update and it’s the kind commuters have been waiting for.

Also read: EDSA Busway Rehabilitation Starts with Four Key Stations

What is new: Construction has started this August

This month, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) began building the new and improved footbridge and concourse at the EDSA Kamuning Busway Station. The project was ordered by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. after he saw the original structure and recognised its flaws.

The new footbridge is set for completion by December 2025 with a budget of about ₱89 million. For context, the original Mount Kamuning footbridge reportedly cost around ₱10 million to construct in 2018, meaning the new build is a much bigger investment that reflects the focus on accessibility, safety, and commuter comfort.

The new footbridge will feature:

• Two elevators and two wheelchair or manlifts for senior citizens, persons with disabilities, pregnant women, and anyone who prefers not to take steep steps

• A lower and wider walkway with gentler stairs for a more comfortable climb

• Tactile paving, clear wayfinding signs, vertical louvers for shade, and better waiting sheds and railings

• A direct connection to the Kamuning EDSA Carousel stop, making bus transfers easier

• Pre-fabricated construction materials to reduce traffic disruption and speed up the build

Why this matters to travellers

The original footbridge was built high to avoid the MRT-3’s electrical lines, which made it impractically steep for daily commuters. Carrying groceries, rushing for a bus, or simply crossing the street felt like climbing a mountain in the middle of Quezon City.

This new project is more than a simple rebuild. It is proof that public feedback can lead to real improvements in our cities. For anyone who has struggled with the old design, this change means safer and smoother journeys.

Also read: Goodbye Mt Kamuning: The Viral EDSA Footbridge Is Finally Being Removed

Before It’s Gone, Take One Last Look

If you are in the area, this might be your final chance to see Mount Kamuning before it disappears from the skyline. You could take a quick photo, share a throwback online, or tell your “I survived this bridge” story. Soon, it will be replaced by a version built with people in mind.

The climb that once felt like an urban hike is finally coming to an end. A safer and friendlier way to cross EDSA is on the way, and commuters are here for it.