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Elevated Park access incomplete five days before World Cup start
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Elevated Park access incomplete five days before World Cup start

From El Universal · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Construction on elevated access points to the "Parque Elevado" in Mexico City remains unfinished five days before the 2026 World Cup begins.
  • Two bridges connecting Calzada San Antonio Abad to the park are still closed, forcing pedestrians to access it from other points like Plaza Tlaxcoaque.
  • Work continues on the park's connections and elevator infrastructure, despite the looming deadline.

With the 2026 World Cup just five days away, crucial access points to Mexico City's "Parque Elevado" (Elevated Park) are still incomplete. Two bridges intended to connect Calzada San Antonio Abad with the park remain closed to the public, hindering access.

An inspection revealed that the two bridges, located two streets from the Chabacano Metro station, are visually complete, painted in pink and burgundy, but work continues on their connection to the elevated park and the installation of elevator infrastructure. Currently, citizens must access the park from alternative locations, such as Plaza Tlaxcoaque or by walking to the San Antonio Abad Metro station.

Barriers have been placed at the entrance of some stairways to prevent public access. While one access point near the Metro San Antonio Abad is open after informing government personnel, the main entrance at Plaza Tlaxcoaque is fully accessible. The ongoing construction raises concerns about readiness for the major international event.

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Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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