On October 31, remodeling works will begin in Italy Squarean important milestone that will transform mobility in one of the busiest sectors of Santiago. The intervention is part of the renewal project of the Nueva Alameda axis, whose main objective is to improve pedestrian traffic and renew public spaces, which will bring important changes in vehicular traffic.
One of the most significant changes will be the elimination of the historic roundabout in Baquedano Square. This project, which will link the Forestal, Balmaceda and Bustamante parks, will generate a continuous green corridor that will transform the area. In addition, key aspects such as lighting, paving and street furniture will be modernized, with an estimated completion date of September 2025.
During the first phase of the works, which will begin this October 31 and will last until December 2024, they will be implemented traffic cuts and detours. At this stage, vehicles traveling from the east to the west will not be able to cross the Pío Nono Bridge, forcing drivers heading towards the Bellavista neighborhood to use Eliodoro Yáñez Street as an alternative route.
The Seremi of Metropolitan Transportation, Rodrigo Valladares, indicated that access to the north through Pío Nono from Providencia Avenue will be permanently restricted, recommending motorists plan their trips in advance. Options include the use of avenues such as Andrés Bello or Bellavista, and in specific cases, turn north in Providencia at Huelén or Eliodoro Yáñez.
For its part, the Municipality of Santiago suggests that the vehicles Those traveling along Providencia Avenue opt for detours towards Bilbao or Vicuña Mackenna. In addition, it has been established that Merced Street will be exclusive for public transportation, which will force private cars to use Alameda to travel westward.
