Completion of Mount Kamuning Replacement Moved to 2026

If you’ve been following our stories on TripZilla Philippines, you’ll remember the viral footbridge along EDSA in Quezon City that commuters nicknamed “Mount Kamuning.” Its steep climb made crossing the busy highway feel like an urban workout every day.

Now there’s a major update: the iconic footbridge is being replaced with a safer, more accessible structure, and construction is well underway as of late 2025.

Also read: EDSA Busway Rehabilitation Starts with Four Key Stations

What is new: Construction has started

Construction of the new Kamuning footbridge and EDSA Busway concourse is already in progress. This project was launched following a directive from President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. after widespread public feedback that the old footbridge was difficult to use, especially for those with mobility needs.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has allocated about ₱89.1 million for the replacement and station rehabilitation, a much bigger investment than the original footbridge, which was reportedly built at around ₱10 million in 2018.

The new footbridge will feature:

The planned design focuses on everyday commuter convenience:

• Elevators and wheelchair lifts for senior citizens, persons with disabilities, pregnant women, and anyone who prefers not to climb steep stairs

• A lower, gentler walkway and wider steps for easier crossing

• Tactile paving, clearer wayfinding signs, vertical louvers for shade, and improved waiting areas

• Direct links to the Kamuning EDSA Carousel bus stop to make transfers smoother

These changes aim to make the crossing far more inclusive and practical than the old Mount Kamuning, which stood high to avoid the MRT-3’s electrical lines but was notoriously difficult to use for many commuters.

Updated timeline

While earlier reports hoped for completion by December 2025, the latest updates indicate the project may now extend slightly into January 2026 to allow more time for safety checks and finishing touches.

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

Why this matters to travellers

For anyone navigating Metro Manila, especially those new to the city or with luggage or mobility needs, this means a safer and more comfortable way to cross one of the busiest thoroughfares in the metropolis. The days of climbing what felt like a mini mountain just to get across EDSA are finally ending.

One last look

If you find yourself passing by the area soon, this is likely your final chance to see the original Mount Kamuning before it fully disappears from the skyline. Snap a photo, share your throwback, or tell your own “I survived this bridge” story before the new commuter‑friendly crossing takes its place.