New handrail improves beach access in Las Salinas del Carmen

Antigua council has installed a new handrail and created a small pedestrian lane on Calle Los Salineros, a main access route to the beach and promenade in Las Salinas del Carmen, Fuerteventura.

Mayor Juan Cabrera said the stainless-steel handrail is 47 metres long and has rails at two heights. The work is intended to improve safety and meet accessibility requirements in the area.

Accessibility councillor Giuseppe Signorino said the project responded to a request from residents. He described the street as having a considerable change in level, and said many older residents and tourists walk through the village each day.

The installation completes the second phase of work to address geographical, urban and architectural barriers in the village. A first handrail was previously installed on the street by the church.