Puente Olímpico Ribera Sur

Completed in September 2018, Puente Olímpico Ribera Sur stands as a modern marvel. It connects Villa Soldati in Buenos Aires with Lanús Province. This bridge isn’t just a concrete structure. It’s a symbol of connection, progress, and the Olympic spirit. Puente Olímpico Ribera Sur has two lanes in each direction. It boasts LED lighting, a central separator, and generous pedestrian and bicycle paths. The bridge spans 103.5 meters in length and 23.7 meters in width. It elegantly arches over the Riachuelo River and Avenida Ribera Sur. This key location facilitates direct access to the Cargo Transfer Center (CTC), the Olympic Village, and the Dellepiane Bus Terminal. Puente Olímpico Ribera Sur also links central Lanús with the Cámpora Highway. This provides access to the 25 de Mayo, Perito Moreno, and Dellepiane highways, streamlining travel to the western and Riccheri highways from the south. Originally named “Puente Olímpico” due to its association with the Youth Olympic Games infrastructure, the bridge was later renamed “Ribera Sur” after a public consultation. The other option was “Edmundo Rivero.” The construction of Puente Olímpico Ribera Sur was part of a larger urban revitalization project. This project included the Cecilia Grierson Hospital, the CTC, the revitalization of the Oscar Gálvez Racetrack, the Mary Terán de Weiss Stadium, and the new Ministry of Human Development and Habitat headquarters. This bridge has significantly improved traffic flow, accommodating 800 vehicles per hour during peak times. It serves public transport, heavy trucks, and private vehicles. The bridge is a testament to the cooperation between the city and provincial governments, fulfilling a 40-year-old dream of the local community.