The Vía Sumapaz Concession, responsible for the modernization of the Bogotá-Girardot highway, has made significant progress, lWe hope to have 120 km ready for travelers this December. The project is 80% complete and, for the end of year holidays, new sections have been enabled, such as the 21 km between Chinauta and Boquerón, and another 14.5 km section in Granada, which will be operational by the end of December.
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For this Christmas season, it is expected that Only a third of the construction fronts remain compared to last year, which will offer better travel conditions.
The Traffic Police will implement reversible lanes in points such as Granada, Silvania and Boquerón during departure and return plans to improve the flow of vehicles. This means that traffic will be able to move in one direction depending on the number of vehicles, with one-hour intervals.
Assistance and Security:
To serve the approximately 1.2 million travelers expected to use the road this year-end season, road assistance will be reinforced. There will be more support units, with up to 80% more attendance units compared to other days.
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Via Bogotá – Girardot.
Via 40 Express
In addition, exclusive lanes will be enabled for electronic payment of tolls and there will be constant 24-hour monitoring.
In case of emergencies, users can contact lines 310 4224687 and 018000 180305 or, and follow the account @ViaSumapaz in X to obtain information about the status of the road.
The “Everything to Discover” campaign seeks to promote tourism in the municipalities near the Bogotá-Girardot highway, inviting travelers to learn about the region’s tourist offers and support local economic development. For more information, you can visit www.todopordescubr.com.
Loading restrictions: During the holidays, there will be restrictions on cargo vehicles on the following days and times:
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Via Bogotá – Girardot.
Via 40 Express
Tuesday, December 24: 12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Wednesday, December 25: 12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Tuesday, December 31: 12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Wednesday, January 1: 12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Voluntary Peak and Plate:
On Saturday, December 21 and 28, the voluntary peak and license plate will be applied for departures from Bogotá. Vehicles with a license plate ending in an even number may circulate between 6:00 am and 9:00 am, while those with an odd license plate will do so between 9:00 am and 12:00 noon. The regional Pico y Placa will only apply on the Three Kings holiday weekend.
PAULA GALEANO BALAGUERA
Portfolio Journalist
