A new era for El Viso de Chamartín
The El Viso de Chamartín colony is about to undergo a significant transformation that promises to improve the quality of life for its residents. For years, locals have struggled with narrow and uneven pavements, a problem that has hindered pedestrian circulation in this area of the Chamartín district. However, thanks to an ambitious project by the Madrid City Council, this situation is changing.
The works, which began several years ago, are now in their final stage. The second and third phases will be completed before the end of spring, while the final phase is scheduled to start in 2026. This plan includes the creation of a single platform on 16 affected streets, which will allow the pavements to be levelled with the roadway and facilitate pedestrian transit.
The streets Nervión, Urumea, and Oria have already seen significant improvements since June 2025, when the first phase of the project was completed. This initial phase covered more than 9,000 square metres and laid the groundwork for the rest of the work. The subsequent phases will cover areas such as the streets Sil and Irati, where residents are expected to notice a remarkable change in their surroundings.
In addition to widening the pavements, the project also includes the undergrounding of electrical and telecommunications networks to enhance both the aesthetics and safety of the area. Grey cobblestones are being used to uniformly pave the pavements and roadways, creating a coherent visual identity that distinguishes El Viso from the rest of Madrid.
Nine new trees have been planted as part of the effort to beautify the neighbourhood without harming the existing trees whose roots had caused previous issues. Additionally, the surrounding tree pits will be paved with smaller cobblestones to better accommodate these roots.
This effort to modernise El Viso is part of a broader commitment by the City Council to improve accessibility in historic colonies that have suffered for decades due to inadequate infrastructure. Since 2019, 17 million euros have been invested in similar projects in other colonies such as Cruz del Rayo and Primo de Rivera.
As these works progress towards completion, residents can look forward to not only a safer and more accessible environment but also a revitalised public space where they can fully enjoy their community.
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