The Gran San Bernardo pass has reopened
From AostaSera
Today the Gran San Bernardo Pass has reopened to the public. The pass, at 2,450 meters links Valais in Switzerland to the Aosta Valley in Italy. Lots of people came to the open ceremony. The opening works started by Anas personnel in April. Snow has accumulated on the sides of State Road 27 up to 12 meters of height.
Anas personnel started opening a gap in the snow reaching a stretch about 4 km from the state border. As the road was cleaned, the side barriers and vertical signs were also restored, removed before closing and stored to avoid damage due to possible avalanches.
More information: AostaSera
We’ve covered that work was underway to open the Petit Saint Bernard Pass.
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Featured Image: The Gran San Bernardo pass has reopened. Photo: AostaSera