With the arrival of the National Holidays 2024, Santiago is preparing to welcome thousands of people to events and activities that generate large crowds. This increase in traffic flow in the city brings with it important changes in traffic, in order to guarantee the correct development of the festivities and the safety of attendees. Carabineros de Chile has announced a series of detours that will affect the normal operation of several streets in the capital during these days of celebration.
One of the first events that will require adjustments in the transit The Ecumenical Te Deum is scheduled for the morning of Wednesday, September 18. This traditional event will take place at the Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago at 8:00 a.m., which will involve road closures and detours in the streets surrounding the city center. Traffic is expected to be affected for a few hours, mainly on the arteries that connect with the Plaza de Armas and the historic center.
Throughout the day, another relevant event of National Holidays The event that will impact traffic flow is the Municipal Theatre Gala, which will take place starting at 4:00 p.m. at the venue located at Agustinas 794. The streets near the theatre, such as Agustinas, San Antonio and other roads in the area, will be subject to detours that will affect both private vehicles and public transport. This is a neuralgic point in the centre of Santiago, so drivers are advised to plan their alternative routes in advance.
In addition to the protocol and cultural events, the installation of fondas and ramadas in different parks and communes of Santiago will also cause interruptions in the transitPlaces such as O’Higgins Park and Padre Hurtado Park will be the epicenters of mass celebrations, so traffic detours in their surroundings will be permanent throughout the holiday weekend. Authorities have arranged for increased signage and police presence at these points to ensure an orderly flow.
It is essential that those who travel through Santiago during these dates pay special attention to the instructions of the Carabineros and follow the suggested alternative routes. Real-time traffic and map applications, as well as the media, will be key to staying informed about changes in the road conditions. transit. In addition, those attending mass events are advised to opt for public transportation, as several metro stations near the venues will continue to operate normally.
