A8 motorway (Cyprus)

A8 is a highway under construction which is planned to connect the city of Limassol with the mountain region Saittas.

A8 Motorway
Limassol–Saittas Αυτοκινητόδρομος Λεμεσού–Σαίττα
Major junctions
From	Polemidia
To	Saittas
Location
Country	Cyprus
Regions	Limassol District
Highway system
Motorways and roads in Cyprus
← A7 → A9

Project phases

First phase

Phase A1 of the Limassol-Saitta motorway project focuses on the section between Polemidia and Palodia, spanning approximately 3.6 kilometres (2.2 mi). This phase involves the construction of essential infrastructure, including four roundabouts, a pedestrian crossing, an underpass, and retaining walls. The project, with an estimated cost of €26,126,000 + VAT, commenced construction on 19 September 2020, originally slated for completion by 13 March 2023.^[1][2]

Second phase

The anticipated second phase of the Limassol-Saitta motorway project has faced postponements, with its commencement now projected for 2025 instead of the initially planned 2024 start. Budgetary allocations for the year 2024 indicate a mere €50,000 earmarked for studies, reflecting a delay in crucial preparatory steps such as awaiting plans from the Land Registry and pending environmental assessments. Exacerbating the situation, unresolved issues with expropriations and environmental considerations, notably within NATURA-designated areas, have surfaced, necessitating additional studies and approvals.^[1]

History

The Limassol-Saïtta motorway project consists of multiple phases, with Phase A commencing construction on 19 September 2020. Originally slated for completion by 13 March 2023, Phase A has faced extensions due to unforeseen challenges, with the latest extension pushing the completion date to mid-2024. Meanwhile, Phase B, scheduled for initiation in 2025, has also been impacted by delays.^[3]

See also

• Roads and motorways in Cyprus