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Coimbra region Metrobus implementation

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2026-09-03 19:33 UTC → 2026-09-10 08:13 UTC · added removed

The Coimbra region is undergoing significant changes to its public transport infrastructure through the implementation of the Mondego Mobility System (SMM) Metrobus. Initial developments focused on downtown Coimbra, where the City Council approved new traffic organization and routes for the Coimbra Municipal Urban Transport Services (SMTUC) to accommodate the central section of the Metrobus. These measures include restricting general automobile traffic on Rua da Sofia to prioritize public transport, residents, and essential services. Following these urban adjustments, transport updates As the system expands toward Coimbra-B and Praça da República, the reconfiguration is affecting more than 20 SMTUC bus lines, with officials estimating that 14% of daily passengers will be impacted. In the Baixa area, traffic restrictions have been expanded to include Avenida D. Sesnando Davides and Rua da Saragoça. Access to the Mercado Municipal D. Pedro V parking facilities is also being modified, prompting a municipal clarification campaign to assist motorists. In the broader Coimbra Metropolitan Region. New Region, new schedules were implemented to improve as of September 4 facilitate connections between Góis, Coimbra, and Serpins, facilitating integration with including the resumption of the Metrobus system. Additionally, plans were announced to connect service between Lousã and Serpins. In Figueira da Foz to Coimbra via Foz, Mayor Pedro Santana Lopes has prioritized a Metrobus service, a connection to Coimbra over railway electrification, noting the project prioritized due is estimated to its lower cost only 20% of the railway investment and faster execution compared can be executed much faster. Additionally, the municipality is working to acquire former CP railway electrification. Efforts are also underway in Figueira da Foz workshop buildings to develop create an intermodal transport hub using former railway workshop buildings. combining rail, road, and commercial spaces.

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  1. 2026-09-10 08:13 UTC Coimbra region Metrobus implementation
  2. 2026-09-03 19:33 UTC Coimbra region Metrobus implementation

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