The Susten Pass was already closed on Sunday, the Uri construction department announced on Monday. On the Bernese side, the road remains open as far as Obermaad, the Bernese cantonal police said on request.
According to the website of the Touring Club Switzerland (TCS), the Nufenen Pass, which connects Valais and Ticino, was also due to close for the winter break om Monday.
The Grimsel Pass, which connects the Bernese Oberland and Valais, should also be closed from Monday evening, the Bern cantonal police said. On the Bernese side, the road will remain open as far as Guttannen.
The Oberalp Pass and the Gotthard Pass are only passable with winter equipment, according to the Uri construction department. At the Gotthard, a night closure is also in force from 6pm to 8am. At the Oberalp and Gotthard, short-term closures due to weather changes are possible at any time, according to the Uri authorities.
The Forcola di Livigno between Italy and Graubünden is expected to close for the winter break at the end of the month, on November 29, according to the TCS.
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