Work towards the reopening the bridge will begin in May.
The path and bridge have been closed since early 2016 following a landslip.
It is estimated that the construction work on Dean Path will take approximately 26 weeks which will see a completion date around the end of October 2021.
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Works will include:
• Clearance of debris and vegetation on the slope
• Repair and reinstatement of the footpath located along the Water of Leith affected by the land slip
• Remedial landscaping
• Installation of external drainage.
Culture and Communities Convener Cllr Donald Wilson said: "The ongoing pandemic has had a great impact on the construction work necessary for the re-opening of the Dean Path. We are delighted to be moving forward with the project and that work will begin shortly. Its restoration will return a key section of our off-road paths network which I know will be welcomed by the many people who enjoy using it - including myself for running!."
