Adjustments to Tram Services for the Holiday Season
As the festive season approaches, tram services will undergo specific adjustments to accommodate holiday travelers. On Christmas Eve, Wednesday, December 24th, the tram network will operate until 8:30 PM, allowing residents and visitors to enjoy the celebrations.
Detailed Schedule for Christmas Eve
The tram service on Christmas Eve will commence operations at 6:00 AM, providing ample time for early risers to begin their holiday activities. Line 1 will maintain a frequent service, running every 6 minutes from 7:00 AM until 3:00 PM. Following this peak period, the frequency will shift to 7.5 minutes and then to 10 minutes as the day progresses. Meanwhile, Line 2 will operate every 12 minutes during the busy morning hours, transitioning to 15-minute intervals in the afternoon and extending to 20 minutes later in the day. The last trams will depart from their respective termini at 8:30 PM, marking the end of service for the day.
Christmas Day Service Resumption
On Christmas Day, Thursday, December 25th, tram services will resume at 8:00 AM, allowing those celebrating the holiday to travel conveniently. The service will follow a holiday schedule, featuring tram frequencies of 12, 15, and 30 minutes throughout the day. This adjusted timetable is designed to accommodate the varying travel needs of passengers during the festive period, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the holiday spirit.
Potential Disruptions Due to Strike Actions
It is important for passengers to remain informed about potential disruptions to tram services on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Ongoing strike actions by employees are scheduled from Monday to Friday, which may impact service levels during this busy time. However, Metrotenerife has committed to maintaining a minimum service level of 80% on Lines 1 and 2 during these strike periods. This effort aims to minimize inconvenience for travelers and ensure that essential services remain available, even amidst labor disputes.
Passengers are encouraged to plan their journeys in advance and stay updated on any changes to the tram schedule. For more information regarding tram services, users can visit the official Metrotenerife website at www.metrotenerife.com. Additionally, updates can be found on their social media channels, including Facebook, X @tranviatenerife, and Instagram, where real-time information will be provided.
Key points
- The tram service will operate until 8:30 PM on Christmas Eve, December 24th.
- Line 1 will have a frequency of 6 minutes in the morning, with longer intervals in the afternoon.
- Line 2 will run every 12 minutes during peak hours, adjusting to 15 and 20-minute intervals later in the day.
- Service will resume at 8:00 AM on Christmas Day with standard holiday schedules.
- Strike actions may affect service levels, but a minimum of 80% will be maintained.
