ProSvanetiMestia–Ushguli Road Temporarily Closed Due to Rockfall
A severe rockfall has occurred in the gorge along the Mestia–Ushguli road, where tunnel construction is currently underway. Traffic on the road is temporarily suspended, and rocks continue to fall. We urge travelers to exercise caution and vigilance. We will share updates as soon as we have information about road conditions.
Important news for everyone planning a trip toward Ushguli: the Mestia–Ushguli road is temporarily closed. The reason—a severe rockfall in the gorge where tunnel construction is actively taking place right now.
The situation on the ground remains unstable: rocks continue to fall, and the road is unsafe for traffic at the moment. This is exactly the section where construction work has been ongoing for some time—the terrain there is already challenging enough without the added risks that construction brings in terms of rockslides.
If you had plans to travel to Ushguli in the near future, be alert and cautious. It's best to check current road conditions in advance before you head out, rather than assuming the road is open as usual.
We're monitoring the situation closely and will post a separate update as soon as we have news about the road's status—whether it's opening back up or the closure is being extended. Keep checking for updates so you don't run into trouble on your journey.
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