After a delay from the original January launch date, Ronda’s controversial Puente Nuevo vehicle restrictions will officially take effect on August 1, 2025. The updated traffic control measure will limit bridge access to vehicles registered and taxed within Ronda, a move designed to protect the town’s historic core and improve urban mobility.
If you’re visiting or staying in a hotel within the restricted zone, don’t worry—hotel guests can still access the area by coordinating with their accommodation, which will inform local police of your stay.
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