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After last weekend's frustrating delays for drivers, another set of roadworks is set to affect travel this weekend on the Limassol-Nicosia motorway. Starting Friday, January 31, 2025, at 9 p.m. until Sunday, February 2, 2025, at 6 a.m., work will resume on the Almyros Bridge to replace the contraction/expansion joints.
Motorists heading from Limassol to Nicosia can expect the right lane to be closed for about 800 meters. Traffic will be diverted to the middle and left lanes, so delays are still possible, though authorities are optimistic that they won't be as severe as last weekend.
Lefteris Eleftheriou, Director of the Public Works Department, told K that this time, drivers shouldn't expect the heavy congestion seen previously. This is because the work is taking place on the opposite side of the motorway, which allows only the right express lane to be closed, reducing the impact on traffic flow. Eleftheriou added that the department is working closely with the police to ensure all necessary traffic measures are in place.
Meanwhile, the ongoing Kalavasos Bridge repairs continue to disrupt travel. The second phase of work began this week and is expected to last around three months. The bridge was recently reopened for traffic heading from Nicosia to Limassol, but now the focus shifts to the opposite direction, with work set to take place from January 30 to May 15, 2025.
The section of the Kalavasos bridge that was opened to traffic. (Source: CNA)
For drivers heading from Limassol to Nicosia, two lanes will be closed for about 1 kilometer, and traffic will be redirected onto the oncoming lanes, creating a two-way traffic flow. Additionally, the entrance to the motorway at the Zygios junction will be closed, with drivers being rerouted through the Governor’s Coast junction.
Eleftheriou noted that drivers can expect a similar traffic setup to the one that occurred on the opposite side of the bridge. He urged the public to plan their trips ahead and, when possible, to consider alternative routes.
The Department of Public Works issued an apology for the inconvenience, asking the public for patience and understanding during this time. They also reminded drivers to follow temporary road markings, obey the Highway Code, and heed the instructions of the police.
With these ongoing projects, it's clear that traffic disruptions are a part of the necessary improvements being made to Cyprus' infrastructure. However, drivers are encouraged to stay informed and plan accordingly to avoid further delays.
