Brace yourselves, Riga.
The iconic Vanšu Bridge is finally getting its long-overdue makeover.
But the price tag? A cool €84 million.
City officials have greenlit the massive infrastructure project, which promises to secure the cable-stayed giant for decades.
You can read the full breakdown on LSM’s infrastructure report.
While the long-term benefits are obvious, the short-term reality is going to hurt.
We’re talking major lane closures and detours.
If you commute from Pārdaugava to the center, it might be time to rethink your route.
Or at least load up on some good podcasts.
This isn’t the first time Riga’s traffic has taken a hit for progress.
Check out our previous coverage on local infrastructure updates to see how the city has handled past mega-projects.
The construction phase is expected to be aggressive, aiming to hit key milestones before winter.
But as anyone who drives in Riga knows, schedules are always subject to change.
Stay sharp out there.
We’ll keep you updated on the lane shifts as they happen.