commuters in Lima, Peru, should prepare for notable traffic disruptions starting Thursday as the Costa Verde highway closes in planning for the 2025 Bolivarian Games. The closure, impacting a key coastal thoroughfare, is intended to accommodate sporting events and related logistical needs for the games, which will be co-hosted by Ayacucho and Lima [[2]]. Authorities have announced a traffic diversion plan to mitigate congestion during the games, scheduled to run November 22 to December 7, 2025 [[2]].
Costa Verde Highway in Lima to Close for Bolivarian Games
A major thoroughfare in Lima, Peru, the Costa Verde highway, will be closed to traffic starting Thursday, November 27, to accommodate the 2025 Bolivarian Games. The closure is intended to facilitate sporting events and related activities along the coastal road.
The affected stretch of the Costa Verde will be inaccessible to vehicles, prompting authorities to implement a traffic diversion plan. RPP News reports that the plan aims to minimize disruption for commuters during the games.
The Costa Verde closure is one of several measures being taken in preparation for the Bolivarian Games, a multi-sport event featuring athletes from across the Americas. El Comercio Perú initially reported the impending closure.
Authorities have not specified the duration of the closure beyond the initial date, but it is expected to last throughout the duration of the events utilizing the Costa Verde area. Infobae details the scheduled hours of the closure, providing further information for those affected.
The closure comes amidst other recent news in Peru, including reports of a record number of prisoners and the popularity of certain books, as noted by El Comercio Perú. The highway closure is expected to have a significant impact on traffic patterns in the city.
