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Bali plans to rebuild 7 km of Ubud sidewalks

The Bali provincial government and Gianyar regency plan to repair about 7 km of sidewalks in central Ubud. Broken paving has caused injuries to both visitors and residents.

News of Published in DOMA News: 2 min read

Key points

  • The province takes the stretch from the Teges junction to Kedewatan
  • Gianyar handles Ubud Palace to the Campuhan Ridge Walk entrance
  • No budget or completion date has been published

Who repairs what

Nusakti Yasa Weda, head of Bali's public works and housing office (PUPRKIM), confirmed the project. The province will work on sidewalks from the Teges junction to Kedewatan.

Gianyar regency will cover the section from Ubud Palace to the start of the Campuhan Ridge Walk. Together that adds up to roughly 7 km.

Why now

Ubud's sidewalks have been in poor shape for years. The report describes broken slabs, uneven surfaces and large holes that have injured tourists and locals alike.

Officials hope safer walkways will take some cars and scooters off central streets. They also say the design will respect Ubud's cultural character.

What is still missing

The article gives neither a budget nor a finish date. For now this is an announced plan, not a completed project.

The works overlap with other moves to ease pressure on the center, including new traffic rules. How the two will be coordinated is not yet clear.

Link to tourism demand

Ubud draws guests because many cafes, yoga studios and galleries are within walking distance. Broken sidewalks push visitors into taxis even for short hops, which adds to traffic.

The Teges to Kedewatan route runs through the center toward western Ubud, where villas overlook the Ayung river. The stretch to Campuhan leads to one of the area's most visited walking trails.

If the plan goes ahead, these sections will be easier to walk. Until a budget and work schedule appear, it is too early to talk about results.

What it means for investors

How walkable central Ubud is shapes how guests rate a location. If your property sits along the Teges, Kedewatan or Campuhan routes, expect some disruption to access and walking while works run. Ask Gianyar or provincial public works about timing before peak booking season.

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Q&A

Which Ubud sidewalks will be repaired?

Teges junction to Kedewatan by the province, and Ubud Palace to the Campuhan Ridge Walk by Gianyar regency. About 7 km in total.

Source
What's New Indonesia, published May 19, 2026, language: English

Prepared by the DOMA editorial team from public reports, with the original source linked above. This is a news review, not legal or tax advice. Not a public offer.

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