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Icy Roads to Troodos: Access Only with 4x4 or Chains

Published January 14, 2026, 05:19
Icy Roads to Troodos: Access Only with 4x4 or Chains

Police are warning drivers about icy roads due to low temperatures and frost, especially in mountainous and semi-mountainous areas. Certain roads leading to Troodos are open only to four-wheel drive vehicles or those equipped with anti-slip chains. Specifically, the Platron – Troodos, Karvounas – Troodos, and Prodromou – Troodos roads require 4x4 or chains. Other roads, such as Kalopanayiotis – Moutoulla – Pedoula, Kakopetria – Karvounas, Pedoula – Kykkos – Kampou, Kykkos – Tsakkistra, and Kampou – Orkontas – Kato Pyrgos, are open to all vehicles but are slippery due to light snowfall or frost. Furthermore, roadworks may affect traffic flow. Police remind the public of the need to comply with the Highway Code and follow the instructions of traffic officers to avoid accidents. Drivers are urged to be particularly careful and avoid unnecessary travel in areas with frost or snowfall. The road conditions are constantly monitored and information will be updated according to the weather.