Acoperișurile uriașe de beton ale Transfăgărășanului. Cum au fost construite pe versanții abrupți ai Făgărașului

The Transfăgărășan road features massive concrete canopies built to protect against avalanches and rockfalls. Constructed between 1970 and 1974, these structures span over 600 meters and are crucial for road safety. The Bâlea-Capra Tunnel, completed in 1974, was a significant engineering challenge, requiring precise measurements and construction techniques due to its high altitude. Despite harsh conditions, workers persevered to complete the tunnel and protective structures. Ongoing risks from avalanches and rockfalls necessitate further protective measures, including new canopies to enhance road safety.