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Resurfacing on Gran Canal forces the diversion of three bus lines
Resurfacing works on Gran Canal will change mobility in Alcalá de Henares for several days. From this Monday until 14 August, traffic will be affected by diversions and temporary signage, while three urban bus lines will alter their usual routes.
The works will take place on Gran Canal, between Ronda de la Pescadería and Ronda del Henares. The intervention will also reach some nearby points on both ring roads, so drivers should pay attention to changes in traffic flow.
The main lines affected will be L1B, L6 and L7. Their buses will use alternative routes while the works last, and some stops may be temporarily relocated or out of service.
Passengers will find information at the stops to learn about the temporary routes and locate the nearest boarding points. It is advisable to check the changes before setting out, especially for journeys to work, health centres, or connections with other transport.
The Policía Local recommends driving with caution, reducing speed when approaching the area, and respecting temporary signage. The diversions may cause occasional delays, especially during peak hours.
The project aims to renew the road surface and improve accessibility on one of the municipality’s most used thoroughfares. The City Council has scheduled the works for August to take advantage of the usual decrease in traffic, although the works will still affect residents and urban services.
Gran Canal connects residential areas with shops and other activity points in Alcalá de Henares, so any intervention on this stretch has an immediate effect on the daily routine of the area. Walking and driving routes may also require minor adjustments until the works are completed.
For a few days, the changes will mean buses are off their usual routes, crossings are reorganised, and machinery is working between the two ring roads. Traffic will return to normal once the resurfacing is finished, expected by mid-August.