Helsinki expands pedestrian areas with experimental summer street construction

Helsinki is expanding the pedestrian, cycling, and sitting areas in the downtown core of the city this summer. The construction of the extension will begin in the week after Easter. The goal is for most of the new areas to be completed by Helsinki Day on June 12. The expansion will bring new sitting areas, where local businesses can extend their terraces and other operations. The development plans have been finalized, and the construction can begin as soon as the spring sun warms up. The exact construction schedule will depend on material deliveries and weather conditions in the spring.