Two Major Traffic Projects Launch in Escaldes-Engordany and Andorra la Vella

Two major traffic projects underway in Escaldes-Engordany and Andorra la Vella

Motorists in Escaldes-Engordany face a six-month closure of Carrer dels Escalls starting Monday, April 13, as drainage upgrades begin on the viaduct above Nostra Senyora de Meritxell Hospital.

The Mobility Department announced the work, which targets improved water management along the structure overlooking the hospital complex. The affected section under the viaduct will bar all vehicles, while the unaffected part of Carrer dels Escalls and Carrer Sant Andreu toward Escaldes-Engordany will limit access to residents and emergency services only. Pedestrian routes to the hospital remain open at all times.

Drivers heading to the facility can park at Falgueró, the hospital lot, Prat del Roure, or Étang Salé. Public transport options include nearby stops at Els Escalls, La Trenca, and Esteve Albert.

In a separate initiative already in progress, preparatory works started this week on Carrer de la Unió (CG-3) to add a third lane between the Kilometre Zero roundabout and Dama de Gel. The project, coordinated by the Mobility Department with input from FEDA and local councils, aims to boost capacity and cut congestion by up to 20% in one of Andorra's busiest stretches.

Initial phases involve utility relocations, terrace removals from nearby eateries, and bus stop adjustments, lasting about two weeks. Paving and new signage will follow, with the upgraded layout operational by late April. Changes include no left turns for most vehicles except national buses, a 30 km/h speed limit, and revised lane configurations—two continuous lanes plus a central one for turns in key sections.

Business owners affected by terrace closures noted short-term disruptions amid spring weather but expect long-term gains in foot traffic and visibility. Authorities urge advance trip planning and adherence to on-site signage for both projects.