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Torrelodones turns a forgotten underpass into an open-air gallery
Anyone passing through the entrance to Sector 11 in Torrelodones will now notice something different: the arches beneath the A-6 are no longer a neglected spot, but have become a space with its own identity. The urban art intervention changes the perception of the place at first glance.
The Town Council has promoted this initiative with the aim of reclaiming a passageway frequently used by locals and visitors. What was once a run-down area now serves as a small open-air gallery that invites people to pause, look around, and cross with a different feeling.
The project was developed together with the departments of Cultura y Urbanismo, with the participation of the Estudio Graffitti collective. The murals cover the large arches, adding colour, visual continuity, and a more cared-for appearance to the entrance.
This kind of intervention is increasingly common in towns around Madrid, where urban art is used to improve thoroughfares and give them a new lease of life. It's not just about aesthetics: it also changes how these places are used.
In the case of Torrelodones, the impact is clear at one of its busiest entrances. Sector 11 connects pedestrian routes, green areas, and viewpoints, so the improvement directly affects those who pass through every day.
Crossing this entrance is no longer the same: the surroundings are more pleasant and visually safer. The change may encourage more people to use these walking routes. It also adds a new interesting spot for a stroll or a quick stop. Small improvements like this change the way the neighbourhood is experienced every day.