Route Between Limón and Sixaola to Feature New Bridge Over La Estrella River

Strategic Infrastructure for the Southern Caribbean

The route connecting Limón and Sixaola will feature a new bridge over the La Estrella River, as part of efforts to strengthen road infrastructure in the country’s southern Caribbean region. The project aims to improve safety, connectivity, and resilience to adverse weather conditions in a key area for trade and cross-border mobility.

The road is essential for the transit of people and goods toward the border with Panama, as well as for connecting communities in the canton of Talamanca.

Project Led by National Authorities

The development of the new bridge is being carried out by the Ministerio de Obras Públicas y Transportes (Costa Rica) (MOPT), in coordination with the Consejo Nacional de Vialidad (Costa Rica) (CONAVI), the entities responsible for planning, executing, and supervising national road infrastructure.

These interventions are part of modernization and maintenance plans for the road network, aimed at reducing risks associated with river flooding and structural deterioration of existing bridges.

Improvements in Safety and Traffic Continuity

The new bridge over the La Estrella River will improve traffic conditions, especially during the rainy season, when rising river levels can affect circulation.

The modern infrastructure will help ensure greater structural stability and continuity of vehicular flow, reducing vulnerability to hydrometeorological phenomena common in the Caribbean region.

Impact on Trade and Regional Development

The Limón–Sixaola route is strategic for trade and tourism in the southern Caribbean. Its connection to the border crossing strengthens economic dynamics between Costa Rica and Panama.

The improvement of this infrastructure has a direct impact on regional competitiveness, facilitating the transport of goods, access to services, and the mobility of residents and visitors.

With the construction of the new bridge, authorities aim to reinforce road safety and consolidate a more efficient and resilient transport network in one of the country’s most important regions.