Katoomba Charrette Outcomes Report - Blue Mountains City Council

Katoomba Charrette Report & Town Centre Strategy
It was further proposed that this ‘City of the Arts Experience’ should be incorporated into
several key building proposals, wrapping an arc of new and/or under-utilised existing assets
together across the heart of the town, and synergising also with heritage assets at the same
time.
7.4.2 Katoomba - Echo Point Arts & Heritage Trail
Several Charrette team members, in studying and enjoying Katoomba, walked from the Town
Centre to Echo Point, some of whom then caught the bus for the return trip. The whole of this
walking route was found to be strewn with interesting heritage sites, good views, shops, etc.,
which made us think that this 2.5 kilometre walk seemed quite pleasant, especially for visitors
or locals when not in a hurry. It was recognised further that discreet signage at key points
along the route might help interpret the experience, strengthening a pedestrian or cycle link
between the Town Centre and Echo Point. A drawing follows, depicting features of and
proposed enhancements to this proposed trail.
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