Summary:
Carris introduces Tram Line 16E, revolutionizing public transport in Lisbon.
The tram will connect Praça do Comércio to Parque das Nações, covering 12 kilometers.
This is Lisbon's first tram with a 100% dedicated channel, backed by a €160 million investment.
The line will feature 18 stops, improving connectivity in several neighborhoods.
Construction is expected to start in 2027, with operations beginning in 2028.
A Revolutionary Tram Line for Lisbon
The Carris public transport company has unveiled its latest project: Tram Line 16E. This will be the first tram in Lisbon to operate on a 100% dedicated channel, resulting from a €160 million investment.
Photo: projeto-16e / DR / Disclosure
The 16E Tram will connect Praça do Comércio in downtown Lisbon to the Parque das Nações in the eastern part of the city, covering a total of 12 kilometers. This initiative aims to enhance mobility in the neighborhoods of Santa Maior, São Vicente, Penha de França, Beato, Marvila, and Parque das Nações.
The Carris project was recently presented and stands out as the first tram in Lisbon designed to operate on a fully dedicated channel. The line will feature a total of 18 stops, supported by a €160 million initial investment, with contributions from European funds.
“This project ensures the continuity of the riverside railway line from Algés to the Parque das Nações, allowing for greater coverage with the same mode of transport and fewer transfers. With this line, it will be possible to travel between the city center and Parque Tejo in 35 minutes, compared to the current 60 minutes,” as stated on the official website of Tram Line 16E.
Photo: projeto-16e / DR / Disclosure
Upcoming Stops of Tram Line 16E
According to the official website, the future line will span 12 kilometers and include 18 stops, specifically:
- Terreiro do Paço
- Cruise Terminal
- Santa Apolónia
- Mouzinho de Albuquerque
- Xabregas
- Unicorn Factory
- Marvila
- Poço do Bispo
- Braço de Prata
- Matinha
- Parque das Nações Sul
- Oceanário
- Estação Oriente
- Vasco da Gama Tower
- Alameda Oceanos Norte
- Rotunda da Colômbia
- Parque Tejo
- Parque das Nações Norte
Photo: projeto-16e / DR / Disclosure
Additional Useful Information
According to the Tram 16E website, an environmental impact assessment and project hiring are currently underway, with construction expected to begin in 2027. The line is projected to be operational by 2028.
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