After more than 26 years in the making, the new Larnaca-Dhekelia road has officially opened to traffic, marking the completion of a major infrastructure project for the district.
Valued at €14.8 million, the third phase includes a 3.25-kilometre four-lane carriageway and 4.5 kilometres of service roads, improving access to one of Larnaca’s busiest coastal areas.
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Final Works Continue
Larnaca District Public Works Engineer Lazaros Lazarou said the main carriageway has been fully open to traffic since July 24, extending to the Pyla roundabout.
Construction of the remaining service roads, which were added after revisions to the original contract, is expected to be completed by the end of October.
Work on the project began in September 2022 and was initially scheduled for completion in March 2025. Following an extension, the road was completed in mid-July 2026.
Boost For Connectivity And Investment
According to Lazarou, the new road will improve road safety, enhance accessibility and create opportunities for further investment in the area. He also highlighted the addition of dedicated cycling lanes, reflecting the growing emphasis on sustainable transport.
Welcoming the opening, Larnaca Chamber of Commerce and Industry President Nakis Antoniou said the project ends years of waiting and delivers a major improvement for residents, businesses and visitors.
