CET-Rio announces that the New Balance Race will be held on Sunday (October 26th), starting at 7:10 a.m., at Aterro do Flamengo. The sporting event will take place along Avenida Infante Dom Henrique and Avenida das Nações Unidas, in the South Zone. To facilitate the race, sections of these roads will need to be closed.
The races will start on Avenida Infante Dom Henrique (Aterro), in front of the Monument to the Dead of World War II. The route will follow the South Zone lane to Avenida das Nações Unidas (Enseada de Botafogo).
Avenida Infante Dom Henrique will be closed starting at 3 a.m. on Sunday, along the stretch corresponding to the leisure area. Avenida das Nações Unidas, in Enseada de Botafogo, will be closed starting at 4 a.m. in both directions.
Prohibitions
Sunday – 26/10
– Aterro do Flamengo: from 3 am to 18 pm, end of the leisure area’s opening hours;
– United Nations Avenue (Botafogo Bay): from 4 am to 11 am.
During the event, there will be closures along the route, with free access to Marina da Glória.
CET-Rio agents and traffic controllers will be guiding drivers and maintaining traffic flow. Drivers are advised to use alternative routes.
important recommendations
· Pedestrians must cross in safe, signposted locations;
· It is essential to follow the instructions of traffic agents and the signage installed in the area;
· Prefer to use public transportation to get to the event location and other trips around the region.
