The Louis-H.-La Fontaine tunnel is partially closed from October 31 to 2025

As of October 31, motorists using the tunnel connecting Montreal and Longueuil via Île Charron will have to deal with only two lanes open in the direction of Montreal and only one lane in the direction of the south coast.

However, restrictions are expected from October 21Preparatory activities necessary in order The tunnel includes laying new track configuration, marking, installing and anchoring of guard rails, construction of diversions and asphalt works.refers to MTQ.

The tunnel will therefore be fully closed for the weekend of October 21. During the week of October 24, only two lanes per direction will be open. Finally, on the weekend of October 28, all lanes will be closed towards the south coast. The MTQ It also warns that full night-time closures may be required in the week leading up to October 31.

This explains why it is necessary to carry out this preparatory work at night, on weekends, to limit the consequences as much as possible. MTQ A Monday, October 31, was chosen to begin the partial closure of the tunnel. We raised our eyebrows when we were given the date of October 31Acknowledged by the Minister of Transport and the Minister responsible for the Montreal Region, Chantal Rulu interviewed on the show The 15-18 Thursday.

A day where going home is more complicated than usual because of Halloween. Obviously, we’ll ask employers to fix it, because we want parents to spend Halloween with their kids.Mrs Rouleau assured.

It is Best situationMinister Bonnardel assures

This three-year closure is a A major disruptionnecessary in order To ensure sustainability of infrastructure for 40 years without any other major interventionAccording to MTQIt refers to a Major structural repairs.

Apart from these works directly affecting the tunnel, the MTQ Repair the structures of the Souligny interchange and rebuild the concrete slabs of Autoroute 25 for a total of 13 km in both directions between Sherbrooke Street and Île Charron.

We know that closing the Louis-Hippolyte-La Fontaine tunnel will disrupt the travel habits of thousands of road users.Transport Minister François Bonnardel agreed in a press release. This is the best scenario for long-term preservation of this essential transport corridor.

The Louis-Hippolyte-La Fontaine tunnel is a major road axis in the east of the metropolitan area; It is used by about 120,000 vehicles every day, 13% of which are trucks.

Motorists are therefore requested to change their travel habits now. Today, the message we are sending people is that you should think of a plan to avoid using the subway with your car.The Minister supported Rep. Chantal Rouleau.

The Ministry of Transport and its partners have worked hard to provide users with alternatives to solo driving on the subway corridor.added Mrs. Rouleau.

The Louis-Hippolyte-La Fontaine tunnel is used by about 120,000 vehicles, 13% of which are trucks.

Photo: Radio-Canada / Simon-Marc Charon

Improved public transport and free passes

To reduce the number of cars that use the subway daily, Quebec is asking for the public’s cooperation to prioritize other modes of transportation. Those who canLike carpooling or public transportation. To do this, an enhanced offer has been introduced and free passages will be provided.

The RTL 61, RTL 461, exo 520, exo 521 and exo 532 shuttles will connect Park and Ride locations on the South Shore with the Radisson Terminus in Montreal and will be free starting October 17 for the next three years.

Users of these shuttles who need to continue their journey on the Island of Montreal will also be given two free transit passes. The measure will be in effect for six weeks from October 17 to November 27.

The Ministry of Transport ensures that the metro service on the Yellow Line is improved and the number of buses plying towards the Longuil terminus.

On the south bank, departures will be added to several transport lines, such as RTL lines 22, 84, 85, 161, 180 and 61 in the Longueville and Boucherville sectors, exo lines 300 and 201 in de la Vallee-du-Richelieu, and exo lines 30 and 140 in the Terrebonne sector. .

Société de Transporte de Montréal (STM) will provide a shuttle in the Longue-Point district in the borough of Mercier-Hoselague-Maisonette.

A period of time Very difficult, thank you

Earlier this week, the South Shore Chamber of Commerce and Industry said This major closure of the Louis-Hippolyte-La Fontaine tunnel will lead to economic losses for the region. We look forward to a very tough time, thank youIts president, Alain Chevrier, said in an interview on the show on Tuesday All in one morning Here’s the premiere.

Mr Sevier estimates that there will be In the South Bank, the significant effects on South Bank industries and South Bank businesses, this is obviousBut wastes significant time for users.

We have measured three to six times the typical travel time for people traveling from Montreal crossing the South Shore.He noted. For those from the South Shore going to Montreal […]Travel time is expected to double.

In addition to the inconvenience to residents on both sides of the highway access roads where significant reflux is expected, Mr. Chevrier is concerned about the impact on the transport of goods. Trucks should be suitable for regular traffic. […] Trucks are not allocated lanes […] This may affect our supply chain.