Plans for this project have been around for ten years, and they were officially announced in 2021. But since then, there haven’t been many updates, raising concerns about how it will move forward. As we near 2026, it looks like progress is finally happening, at least for one of the two environmental projects.
On January 19, the Municipality of Paphos shared plans for a linear park east of the city, stretching from Geroskipou to Konia. This is the eastern linear park, while plans for a western one are also being discussed. Together, they will surround Paphos on all sides. The eastern park will start at Konia, go through the large stream near Pafiako Stadium, and end at the Kato Paphos coastal area. The western park will begin near Agios Neophytos High School and finish at Paphos’s western coastline.
This exciting plan is backed by funding from the European Union’s European Regional Development Fund.
The first linear park covers the area from Konia to Kato Paphos, while the second connects with Chloraka, Emba, and Mesogi communities. It will run alongside a stream starting in Mesogi, go behind Agios Neophytos High School, pass the 10th Primary School, cross ‘Diplarkatzia’ and Moutallos areas, and flow into the sea at Chloraka’s historic ‘Vrexi’ coast.
With bike paths and walkways, small gathering squares, tree planting, bridges, and playgrounds along its route, local officials believe these parks will be a highlight for Paphos.
They also say this project will help end marginalization, improve the area’s environmental image, and restore nature from damage caused by careless individuals.
The project will mainly benefit residents of nearby neighborhoods with schools and refugee settlements. It will create safe routes for cyclists and pedestrians. Its connection to the coast will attract tourists looking for a different experience. Plus, it will help reduce pollution in the stream by keeping waste and garbage out.
