Approximately one thousand people have learned about the details of the three new underground Topo stations in San Sebastián, Amara, Bentaberri, and Kontxa Zentroa in recent weeks. These stations will be operational on November 21st. The Minister of Sustainable Mobility, Susana García Chueca, expressed her satisfaction with the public's reception in an interview with Cadena Ser in Euskadi.
“They have been three intense weeks where people have been seeing the new stations and getting information. More than a thousand people of all ages, including children, who also had the chance to see the cabins of the new trains,” the minister explained. “They were delighted; they didn't expect such important and bright stations to exist beneath the city,” she added.
During the visits, led by professionals from Euskal Trenbide Sarea (ETS) and Euskotren, citizens were informed about the construction methods, materials used, and the unique features of the two sections of the new underground bypass in the Gipuzkoan capital, which spans 4.2 kilometers.
They also had the opportunity to observe the new Euskotren Series 980 units in operation during test runs conducted by Euskotren drivers. These new trains, which will run for the first time on the entire Basque railway network with the new Topo service, incorporate the latest advancements in safety and accessibility.
García Chueca anticipates “significant increases” in Topo usage with the elimination of the Amara dead-end, the opening of the three new stations, and 7.5-minute frequencies between Añorga and Pasaia. She also highlighted that it is one of the most reliable transport modes with the lowest emissions and is not subject to road traffic conditions.
Looking ahead, the minister pointed out future challenges, including infrastructure improvements towards Irun and the western coast of the territory to enhance service and increase circulation. The construction of the Riberas de Loiola interchange is also planned, where ETS and Adif infrastructures will converge to connect Gipuzkoa from east to west and north to south.
The new service, featuring a continuous route, increased circulation, and three stations in San Sebastián, will commence operations on Saturday, November 21st.
