Naucalpan's Periférico Norte highway reopens after major five-month upgrade

The Periférico Norte highway in Naucalpan, Mexico, will reopen on May 18, 2026, following five months of major rehabilitation. Governor Delfina Gómez Álvarez announced the completion of the 1.2-billion-peso project, which covers a 108-kilometre stretch from Tepotzotlán to the Mexico City border. Work on the highway began on January 7, 2026. The project involved replacing the asphalt surface across all central and lateral lanes. By April 30, crews had finished paving, laying up to 2,800 tons of asphalt each day during construction.

Four companies were hired to carry out the rehabilitation, generating over 2,000 direct and indirect jobs. Ongoing tasks include installing streetlights, cleaning the hydraulic network, and placing road signs and markers. Maintenance of green spaces along the route is also part of the final phase. The newly laid road surface is designed to last at least a decade, significantly improving travel conditions for drivers.

The 1.2-billion-peso investment has modernised a key transport route in the State of Mexico. With the highway set to reopen on May 18, authorities expect smoother traffic flow and reduced maintenance needs for years to come. The project marks the end of a five-month effort to upgrade the 108-kilometre stretch.