Massive Traffic Jams at Andorra-Spain Border After Early Snowrow Festival Cancellation
Strong winds forced early end to Snowrow festival, causing Spanish visitors to rush out via Riu Runer crossing, backing up traffic to Sant Eloi.
Key Points
- Snowrow festival in Pas de la Casa cancelled early due to strong winds.
- Queues started after noon, reaching Sant Eloi by 1pm on Spain-bound route.
- Overnight winds and snow disrupted France connections, funneling traffic to Spain.
- No official updates on when congestion will clear.
Traffic jams have built up on the exit route from Andorra towards Spain at the Riu Runer border crossing, stretching back to Sant Eloi by early afternoon.
The early cancellation of Snowrow festival activities—attended mostly by Spanish visitors—due to strong winds prompted many to leave the country several hours ahead of schedule. Vehicles began queuing shortly after noon, moving slowly towards the border. By 1pm, the backups in the Spain-bound direction extended as far as Sant Eloi.
The music festivals, particularly those in Pas de la Casa, drew large crowds from Spain. Overnight winds and snowfall also disrupted connections to France, leading some northern-border arrivals to opt for an early departure via the Spanish route to avoid potential hazards.
This convergence has compressed departures into a shorter window, resulting in heavier-than-expected congestion. Authorities have not issued specific updates on clearance times.
Original Sources
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