Getting to the beautiful town of Artà in the east of Mallorca is about to get easier. The Balearic government has reached an agreement with the city council of Manacor to connect the new train route to Artà. This includes a new parking lot and road connection in the city area. The project, which was reactivated thanks to EU funding, will extend the train line from Palma to Artà on a previously used route. The recent agreement focuses on a 1.7-kilometer section in the city area of Manacor, between the current station and a new stop at Manacor-Est. The estimated cost for this section, including compensation for expropriation, is almost 29.3 million euros. The construction is expected to begin this year, with the train already running to Son Carrió by 2025 and Artà by 2027.
TL;DR
- Balearic government and Manacor city council agree on connecting the new train route to Artà
- New parking lot and road connection included in the city area
- Project reactivated with EU funding and extends train line from Palma to Artà
- Construction expected to begin this year, with the train running to Son Carrió by 2025 and Artà by 2027
- Estimated cost for the 1.7km section in the city area of Manacor is almost 29.3 million euros
Project Reactivated with EU Funding
The project will extend the train line from Palma to Artà on a previously used route. This route was already planned to be reactivated under the Antich government from 2007-2011, but due to the economic crisis and a change in power, the plan never came to fruition. The project has been reactivated with the help of EU funding, and the recent agreement focuses on a 1.7-kilometer section in the city area of Manacor, between the current station and a new stop at Manacor-Est.
New Park and Road Connection in Manacor
The Passeig del Ferrocarril, the street where the train used to run, will be redesigned with more pedestrian space in mind. A new road connection will also be built to redirect some of the traffic from the city center to the new stop towards the north, where the Hospital de Manacor is located. Additionally, a new parking lot will be built at the new stop, so commuters won’t need to drive into the city center. The estimated cost for this section, including compensation for expropriation, is almost 29.3 million euros. The construction is expected to begin this year, and the train is planned to run to Son Carrió by 2025 and Artà by 2027.
Improvements to Mallorca’s Train System
The completion of the electrification of the entire train system between Palma, Inca, Manacor, and Sa Pobla was completed recently, with more than 7 million passengers using the train in 2020, almost 20% more than in 2019. The new train route to Artà is expected to further improve Mallorca’s train system and make it easier for tourists to explore the eastern part of the island.
Expert Travel Tips
Daniel, a travel expert and seasoned journalist, recommends taking advantage of the new train route to visit the charming town of Artà. He suggests visiting the local market on Tuesday mornings, where visitors can buy fresh produce, handicrafts, and other local specialties. Another highlight is the Sant Salvador Castle, which offers stunning views of the town and the surrounding countryside. Daniel also recommends exploring the town’s narrow streets, where visitors can find many small shops and restaurants.
Conclusion
The new train route to Artà is a significant improvement for Mallorca’s transport system, providing tourists with an easier way to explore the eastern part of the island. With the agreement between the Balearic government and the Manacor city council, the construction is expected to start soon, and the train is planned to run to Artà by 2027. Whether it’s the local market, Sant Salvador Castle, or the town’s narrow streets, there are many things to explore and discover in Artà.
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