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Costa Verde closure for Ironman 70.3 Peru 2026: schedules and detour plan for April 26
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Costa Verde closure for Ironman 70.3 Peru 2026: schedules and detour plan for April 26

From La República · (7h ago) Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • The Costa Verde highway in Lima will be temporarily closed on Sunday, April 26, 2026, for the IRONMAN 70.3 Peru event.
  • The closure will affect traffic from 3:00 AM to 11:00 AM between Calle Virú in San Miguel and Avenida Defensores del Morro in Chorrillos.
  • Over 1,200 athletes from various countries will compete in swimming, cycling, and running disciplines, with qualification spots for the World Championship at stake.

Lima is gearing up to host the prestigious IRONMAN 70.3 Peru for the seventh time, transforming the scenic Costa Verde into a world-class triathlon course. This international sporting event, scheduled for Sunday, April 26, 2026, will see over 1,200 athletes from across the globe converge on our capital's coastline.

La vía Costa Verde permanecerá cerrada temporalmente este domingo 26 de abril de 2026 debido a la realización del evento deportivo internacional IRONMAN 70.3 Perú.

— Municipalidad Metropolitana de LimaAnnouncing the temporary closure of the Costa Verde highway for the event.

The Metropolitan Municipality of Lima has announced temporary traffic restrictions along the Costa Verde, from 3:00 AM to 11:00 AM, to ensure the safety and smooth execution of the event. This closure, impacting the stretch between Calle Virú in San Miguel and Avenida Defensores del Morro in Chorrillos, is a necessary measure to accommodate the demanding 1.9km swim, 90km cycle, and 21.1km run that participants will undertake.

For residents and commuters, a comprehensive detour plan has been established, guiding traffic to utilize upper-level avenues such as Costanera, Brasil, Javier Prado, and Vía Expresa Paseo de la República. The municipality's traffic inspectors will be on hand to assist drivers, ensuring minimal disruption despite the temporary closure.

La medida contempla el cierre total del tránsito vehicular en ambos sentidos del circuito de playas.

— Municipalidad Metropolitana de LimaDetailing the extent of the traffic closure.

This event is more than just a race; it's a celebration of athletic prowess and a significant boost to Lima's profile as a host city for major international competitions. The IRONMAN 70.3 Peru not only offers a challenging course but also serves as a crucial qualifying event for the World Championship in Nice, France, attracting elite triathletes eager to test their limits against the backdrop of our stunning coastline. The participation of athletes from diverse nationalities underscores Lima's growing importance in the global sporting calendar.

El Xmart Healthy Living IRONMAN 70.3 Perú Presented by FUXION se realizará por séptima vez en el país y reunirá a más de 1.200 competidores de distintos países en la Costa Verde de Chorrillos.

— La RepúblicaProviding details about the scale and significance of the event.
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Originally published by La República in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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