In the area of the so-called Kanzelgalerie between Nauders and Pfunds, massive boulders suddenly broke loose and thundered onto the roadway. The rock masses not only block the road but have also damaged the important protective nets that are supposed to safeguard drivers from such dangers.
Danger on the Reschenstraße: Rockfall Disrupts Important Traffic Route – Closure Expected Until Mid-May!
13-05-2025, 06:01
Sudden rockfall on the Reschenstraße: Between Nauders and Pfunds, massive boulders thundered onto the roadway and damaged safety nets. The important traffic connection will remain closed until mid-May. Commuters and tourists must resort to alternative routes while the risk of further landslides persists. Authorities are working tirelessly on the reopening.
An on-site inspection by experts quickly showed: The situation is serious! The safety installations have been severely affected. Geologists, roadmasters, and specialist companies are already working tirelessly to remove the rock masses and restore safety.
What the closure means for commuters and travelers
Anyone traveling between Austria and Italy in the coming days must expect significant detours. The Reschenstraße is one of the most important north-south connections in the region. Particularly unfortunate: Just now, at the beginning of the warmer season, many tourists and motorcyclists use this picturesque route.
Alternative routes lead over the Brenner or through Switzerland - both mean significant detours. For residents and local businesses, the closure also poses a major challenge.
Authorities strongly advise
Road users should definitely pay attention to the signage on site and bypass the restricted area widely. Ignoring the barriers could be life-threatening, as there is still a risk of further rockfalls.
Not the First Incident
Worrying: It is not the first time that this section of the route had to be closed. The geologically unstable zone repeatedly causes headaches for those responsible. In the past, there have been similar rockfalls here.
What Happens Next?
The responsible authorities are working hard to make the route safely passable again as quickly as possible. The current plan foresees a reopening no earlier than May 14th - provided that the security work proceeds as planned and there are no further rockfalls.
Travelers can obtain current information on road conditions and possible delays in reopening through the official channels of the state of Tyrol. Anyone planning a trip in the coming days should plan an alternative route as a precaution.
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