It's not just a desire path but also a shortcut that saves you 7km. They are trying to block it but it's coming back on the side.
Edit:
Update, how it's going...
this post was submitted on 23 Jan 2025
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Desire paths Desire paths can be paths created as a consequence of erosion caused by human or animal foot-fall or traffic. The paths usually represent the shortest or most easily navigated routes between origins and destinations. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Desire_path
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7km?! Why the hell are they blocking it
I reached out to them, made a case about it. I'll post an update here once I hear from them.
But yes, it's 7km so people walking and cycling are pushing through.
I cycled almost knee deep through water a couple of months ago to avoid a shorter distance than that.
Don't doxx yourself with a screenshot or anything but is it two very long paths running side and the only "official" cutover is an intersection?
I'm so confused why any city planner would do this...but I guess I've seen a lot of poorly-planned stuff
Welcome to Southeast Asia! In some countries here road planning is an afterthought. Pedestrian or cyclist access is optional.
I've seen it a few times, both of the developers do better planning on their side (not great, just better) but when it comes to connecting to a neighboring area, not such a great job.
This desire path is right in the middle, so without it, it's a 7km journey left or right from where the picture was taken to the other side.
That's crazy. Keep knocking those bushes down!