Gibraltar Traffic Cameras: 150+ Live Cams

Gibraltar’s road network is as distinctive as the Rock itself. For decades, the primary road connecting the territory to Spain famously crossed the active runway of Gibraltar International Airport. With the recent opening of The Kingsway tunnel, the territory has entered a new era of infrastructure, significantly reducing the congestion that once defined life on the Rock. For residents, commuters, and tourists, staying updated on the new traffic patterns and tunnel status is essential for a smooth journey.

TrafficVision provides 24/7 free access to official camera feeds across Gibraltar’s major arterial roads. Whether you are checking the queue at the frontier or monitoring the flow through the city center, our platform delivers the real-time visual data needed for efficient island-wide transit.

Tunnel Intelligence

Real-time monitoring of The Kingsway to ensure vehicles are flowing smoothly and not queuing inside the tunnel.

Runway Safety

Visual confirmation of the airport area to see how traffic interacts with one of the world's most unique aviation environments.

Border Flow

Check the live feeds near the frontier with Spain to estimate wait times and traffic volume at the border crossing.

A New Era: The Kingsway and Modern Infrastructure

For nearly a century, Gibraltar’s main road, Winston Churchill Avenue, was interrupted up to 15 times a day for aircraft takeoffs and landings. Each closure lasted approximately 10 minutes, creating a unique but often frustrating bottleneck for daily commuters. On March 31, 2023, this changed forever with the official opening of The Kingsway.

The Kingsway is a dual-carriageway tunnel that passes underneath the eastern end of the airport runway. This massive engineering project has effectively bypassed the surface crossing for regular vehicle traffic, largely eliminating the congestion caused by flight operations. According to statements from No. 6 Convent Place (the Government of Gibraltar), safety protocols are strictly enforced in the new tunnel: "Safety protocols mean vehicles are not allowed to queue inside the tunnel," ensuring that traffic management systems automatically regulate flow to maintain a safe environment.

Primary Road Arteries

1. The Kingsway: The new primary link for vehicles entering and exiting Gibraltar, bypassing the airport runway.
2. Queensway: A major arterial road that follows the coastline, serving as a critical route for residents and visitors alike.
3. Europa Road: The main road leading south, providing access to residential areas and the iconic Europa Point lighthouse.
4. Devil’s Tower Road: A vital connector on the eastern side of the Rock, linking the frontier area to the southern districts.

Safety and Traffic Management on the Rock

Road safety is a top priority for the Gibraltar Ministry for Transport. Despite its small size, the territory handles a high density of vehicles, including local cars, motorcycles, and thousands of vehicles crossing the border daily.

The transition to the new tunnel system has been accompanied by updated speed limits and traffic management plans. For instance, as of late 2024, a new speed limit of 30 km/h was introduced for segments of Winston Churchill Avenue near school zones to enhance pedestrian safety. Generally, the speed limit in the city center and older parts of the Rock remains at 50 km/h.

Our live camera network acts as a crucial tool for driver awareness. By monitoring the Kingsway tunnel cameras or the Queensway feeds, drivers can identify if the tunnel's automated barriers have closed—a safety measure that triggers automatically in the event of a system failure or congestion. Visual data allows motorists to adjust their routes before getting caught in the urban core's narrow streets.

Navigating Seasonal and Cross-Border Traffic

Gibraltar’s traffic patterns are heavily influenced by its relationship with the surrounding region and its popularity as a tourist destination.

The Frontier Effect

The border with Spain at La Línea de la Concepción is a major factor in Gibraltar’s daily traffic. During peak commute hours and holiday periods, queues can form quickly. Our cameras near the frontier provide a clear view of the "frontier effect," allowing you to time your crossing to avoid the longest wait times.

Pedestrian and Tourist Flow

While vehicles now use the tunnel, Winston Churchill Avenue remains open for pedestrians and cyclists crossing the runway. During the summer months, monitoring these cameras is essential for understanding the movement of thousands of daily visitors exploring the northern part of the territory.

How TrafficVision Serves Gibraltar

TrafficVision provides a unified, high-performance viewing experience for Gibraltar’s modern road network. By aggregating over 150 feeds from official government sources and municipal monitoring points, we offer the most complete visual coverage of the territory.

• Real-Time Tunnel Monitoring: Check The Kingsway status instantly to see if the tunnel is open and flowing.
• Frontier Queue Tracking: Use our border cameras to estimate wait times before you head to the frontier.
• Searchable Map Interface: Find cameras at every key point, from the airport to Europa Point.
• Free and Accessible: We provide all 150+ feeds for free, supporting the safety and mobility of the Gibraltar community and its visitors.