Cut off by a landslide, the main road between France and Andorra will reopen on March 9
The RN20, the main road connecting France and Andorra, will reopen on March 9 after being closed due to a landslide since late January.
The RN20, which is a vital road connecting France and Andorra, has been closed since the end of January due to a landslide caused by severe weather. The closure resulted from a rockfall of 100 cubic meters, significantly impacting the principality of Andorra, which relies heavily on French visitors during the winter season. The prefecture of Ariège announced that the road is set to reopen on March 9, but under strict new safety conditions to ensure the safety of travelers. The landslide inflicted considerable damage to the road surface, and initial estimates suggested that repair works would take about three months. The extended closure affected not only the vehicular traffic but also the local economy, as Andorra sees many tourists coming from France during the winter months, thus emphasizing the importance of quick restoration of transportation links. With the reopening scheduled, the authorities are likely to monitor the situation closely and maintain strict safety measures to prevent future incidents, especially during winter when weather conditions can change rapidly. This situation serves as a reminder of the vulnerabilities of infrastructure in regions prone to natural events, stressing the need for ongoing assessments and maintenance of critical routes.