The rail crisis, triggered by the derailment of an R4 line train on Tuesday, January 20 due to the collapse of an AP-7 retaining wall between Gelida and Martorell, continues to affect mobility across Catalonia. Although the Mataró station (R1 line) has returned to its usual activity with crowded platforms, users express their frustration over the days of “chaos” experienced.
“"Today it has started working and we hope to arrive well. It has been the worst thing that has happened to me. These days, commuting has been an ordeal."
In the Tarragona area, delays were the dominant trend this Monday morning, with waits of up to 35 minutes. This situation led to the accumulation of travelers in some convoys, leaving others with free seats. User Xavier Pérez described the situation as an “endemic problem” that consistently makes them late for work.
“"I found the same as always. It is an endemic problem; the train always makes us late for work."
The railway manager Adif continues to work at 31 points on the network, focusing on the protection of slopes and trenches. Meanwhile, Renfe has insisted on not setting specific dates for total recovery, ensuring only “certainties.” Spokesperson Antonio Carmona reiterated that mobility is guaranteed through rail or alternative road services. Only the section from Figueres to Portbou has been fully recovered.
