Cristo Redentor Pass reopens after weather closure as tourism sector calls for long-term coordination

The Cristo Redentor Integrated System reopened to all types of vehicles on Friday after a weather-related closure, following a technical assessment by road authorities in Chile and Argentina.

The reopening restores access through the mountain crossing, but the tourism sector is already pressing for a broader response. Operators in the mountain tourism industry say temporary reopening is not enough to address the uncertainty that surrounds access during the winter season.

They are calling for Chile and Argentina to coordinate long-term measures aimed at avoiding repeated uncertainty over the route. The appeal focuses on planning and coordination for future winter conditions, rather than only responding after each closure.