A new chapter in Madrid's mobility
The Community of Madrid is taking firm steps towards modernising its public transport network with an ambitious project that will bring the metro to Madrid Nuevo Norte. This urban development, which promises to transform the northern part of the capital, will include thousands of homes and offices, and will now also feature a direct connection to the metro system.
The Transport Department has presented five alternatives for extending the metro to this new area. The most viable option, identified as alternative number 5, proposes an extension of Line 1 from Chamartín to the north. This solution would not only facilitate access for future residents and workers in the neighbourhood, but would also connect directly with key points in Madrid such as Sol and Atocha.
The new stops will be strategically located to maximise their use, including provisional stations named Business Centre, Fuencarral Sur, and Fuencarral Norte. It is estimated that this extension could attract around 175,000 daily users, underscoring its importance in the urban fabric of Madrid.
Unlike other projects that require heavy machinery like tunnel boring machines, this extension will be carried out using traditional techniques. The so-called Belgian method, known for its 'pick and shovel' construction, will be the main method employed due to the moderate length of the section to be built. Additionally, techniques such as 'cut and cover' will be used for the stations and a German method for the connections with Line 4.
The works will be carried out in several phases. The first phase will focus on redistributing the existing lines before moving on to full construction. These initial works are expected to be completed by 2030, coinciding with the commissioning of the new section.
As this process advances, citizens will have a voice in the development of the project thanks to a public consultation period open for 20 days. During this time, associations and individuals will be able to submit their claims through the Community's Transparency Portal.
The future of public transport in Madrid is changing rapidly, and with it, the expectations of how citizens will move around an increasingly interconnected city.
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