SPORTS Boulevard is one of Riyadh’s four grand projects, launched by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman, on March 19, 2019. It is supervised by the Committee of Grand Projects, chaired by Crown Prince Muhammad Bin Salman, deputy premier and minister of defense.
This project is a key element of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 and is an important part of the city’s challenges to become one of the top 100 cities in the world and eventually achieve the highest ranking possible.
The Sports Boulevard extends 135 kilometers across Riyadh, connecting Hanifah Valley in the West with Al Sai Valley in the East. Throughout the project, it has safe, green pathways for pedestrians.
Special routes for professional and amateur cyclists, horse riding routes, and sites for sports activities are also available, including a Sports Tower. This high-rise building has courts for indoor sports separated into male and female sections.
Sports Boulevard has 48 green and open space sites covering over 3.5 square kilometers. A 20,000-square-meter desert park will also be built, including event venues, show squares, outdoor museums, and movie theatres.
There will also be areas designated for investment and recreational and commercial activities. There will be many landmarks and public installation artwork that will enrich the lifestyle in the city of Riyadh.
Vision
The Sports Boulevard will encourage the citizens of Riyadh to follow a healthy lifestyle, exercise, and participate in different sports, particularly walking, cycling, and horse riding. A rich cultural, environmental, and recreational ambiance will be created by events and activities that are aligned with the goals of Vision 2030.
Main Zones Hanifah Valley Zone
A total length of 30 km from Al Olab Dam in Historical Diyriah (north) to Al Madina Al Munawarah Road (south).
This route will be dedicated to professional and amateur cyclists. It will also feature green pathways for pedestrians and horse riders.
It will connect with a cycling training center in the nearby Diplomatic Quarter. It will have 13 stops along the valley route for a bike maintenance center, coffee shops, and retail outlets.
Art Zone
This will extend 3 km from King Khalid Road (west) and include cultural, art, and recreational facilities. There will be pedestrian, cycling, and horse-riding paths and sitting areas. A group of museums, libraries, studios, art forums, conference halls, and locations will also be set aside for investment.
Al Aysen Zone
It is 3.5 km long and located alongside Al Aysen Valley, from Seward Bin Harthah Road to King Fahd Road (west). It will have a water canal, pedestrian and bike pathways, seating, and potential investment areas. An elevated road will connect the Al Aysen Zone to the King Abdullah Financial District.
Al Sulai Valley Zone
It will be located along Al Sulai Valley, 53 km from King Fahd Stadium to Binban Park. It will feature routes for professional cycling and horse riding and green pedestrian pathways. Along the valley, it will have 15 stations, including coffee shops, retail outlets, bike maintenance centers, and picnic and camping areas.
