Bogotá is implementing a special mobility plan with road closures and alternate routes for the Media Maratón de Bogotá [1, 2].
These measures are designed to ensure the safety of participants and the normal development of the race, which draws thousands of runners through the city's main arteries [2].
The Secretaría Distrital de Movilidad (SDM) said road closures began on Saturday, July 26, and will continue through Sunday, July 27 [1, 2]. To manage the flow of traffic and assist citizens, the city has deployed 150 agents and guides [1].
Significant closures are in effect across several key locations. These include the carrera 60, calle 63, calle 26, and carrera séptima [1, 2]. Additionally, the avenida NQS and calle 92 are subject to restrictions as part of the event's security perimeter [1, 2].
City officials said the mobility plan includes designated alternate routes to mitigate congestion in the affected sectors. The SDM is coordinating the deployment of personnel to ensure that the transition between open and closed roads remains orderly during the race window [1].
Residents and visitors are advised to plan their trips in advance to avoid the restricted zones. The closures are temporary and will be lifted once the race concludes and the streets are cleared of participants and support crews [2].
“The city has deployed 150 agents and guides to manage the flow of traffic.”
The large-scale closure of primary arteries like the avenida NQS and carrera séptima indicates the significant urban footprint of the Media Maratón. By deploying a specialized force of 150 personnel, the city aims to balance the logistical demands of a major sporting event with the necessity of maintaining basic urban mobility in one of Latin America's most congested capitals.
