The tram traveling around the curve of Mossèn Jacint Verdaguer Square. Photo by Sortkat courtesy of Ajuntament de Barcelona (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0).
Barcelona’s proposal to extend the tramway along Diagonal, connecting Verdaguer and Francesc Macià, is gaining momentum. First Deputy Mayor Laia Bonet confirmed that two essential proposals will be put to a vote to enable the extension: the construction of the new water collector and the redevelopment of Diagonal.
Securing enough support from city council members remains a fundamental requirement before any works can proceed. The mayor will require the support of opposition groups for this project to advance. He has expressed particular confidence in the backing of ERC and Comuns, however Junts has taken a critical position, and both PP and Vox have positioned themselves against it.
Budget planning dominates discussions. The City Council has earmarked €115 million for both the new water system and Diagonal improvements, while the Generalitat’s share—€80 million—targets the tram infrastructure. Attention now shifts to the Urban Planning Commission. The project’s launch, aimed at unifying Trambaix and Trambesòs networks, is slated for a vote before the commission on October 21st.