A2 Airolo – CUPRA Preferential Lane (Construction)
ASTRA construction project on the A2 between the Varenzo junction and the Airolo exit (~9 km). CUPRA creates a preferential bypass lane around the Stalvedro service area for northbound traffic. Expected opening summer 2026.
Recommended route
Follow the A2 and ASTRA signage; if unexpected restrictions appear, use the Airolo exit or divert via San Bernardino (A13).
Live verkeerssituatie
LIVEN → Z (Göschenen): 0 km · Z → N (Airolo): 3 km · Tunnel: open
N → Z (Göschenen)
Z → N (Airolo)
Tunnel
openPas
openCurrent A2 conditions near Airolo (northbound)
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Sluitingsinformatie
Two-phase construction project on the A2 Quinto–Airolo: • Phase 1 (January 2025 – April 2026): CUPRA overpass structure, Stalvedro underpass extension, new retaining walls and slip road. • Phase 2 (Spring 2026 – Autumn 2026): bridge renovation in the Sort area. The preferential lane will open when the Alpine passes reopen in summer 2026 and will be closed each winter. ASTRA states that most of the construction work was carried out without disruption to traffic. The Stalvedro service area and its car park remain accessible throughout the works. Total cost: approximately CHF 28 million (Swiss Confederation).
Veelgestelde vragen
Aanbevolen alternatieve routes
Main alternative if the CUPRA works cause unexpected delays. Usually clear.
Verkeerstijdvakken
Drukste uren
20:00–05:00
Vertrek voor
19:00
of na
06:00
Most work occurs overnight with minimal impact on daytime traffic.
Officiële omleidingen
The CUPRA construction site has minimal impact on the main A2 flow. Any overnight lane restrictions are managed with temporary signage. ASTRA states that most works have been carried out without traffic disruption.
Unexpected daytime restriction on A2 in construction zone
Temporary signage indicates Airolo exit and cantonal road. Follow ASTRA instructions.
Officiële bronnen
Official ASTRA page with updates on the construction phases and the opening of the preferential lane.
Live alerts for any slowdowns on the A2 near the construction site.
Real-time A2 conditions at Airolo.