The measure seeks to stop the environmental impact generated by the massive influx of tourists in high seasons as Holy Week.
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The Los Nevados Natural Park, one of the most visited destinations in Colombia by those who yearn to know the snow, will have Four temporary closures during 2025. He announced it Natural National Parks of Colombiain compliance with the Resolution 207 of 2023with the objective of Protect ecosystems Faced with the pressures derived from mass tourism.
“The purpose of these closures is to guarantee the recovery of ecosystems against the pressures generated by tourism activity,” the entity said in a statement, noting that the greatest impacts are recorded during seasons as Holy Week.
Why do the Los Nevados park close?
According to the report, the mass transit of visitors can cause:
- Compaction and not controlled expansion of trails.
- Increase in waste generation.
- Auditory pollution and fauna alterations.
- Deterioration of loading areas with mules and transit roads.
Los Nevados Park closures dates in 2025
The closures will run for five days, Monday through Friday, on the following dates:
- From April 21 to 25 (After Holy Week).
- Third Monday from May until Friday.
- Fourth Monday from September until Friday.
- Fourth Monday from November until Friday.
What areas will remain open?
During these closures, The northern sector known as breezes will be enabledon the road Brisas – Valle de las Tombas, allowing tourists to enjoy contact with nature without affecting the most sensitive areas of the park.
With this sustainable management strategy, national parks seeks to preserve the valuable high mountain ecosystems of Los Nevados Park, and raise awareness among visitors about their responsibility for environmental conservation.
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