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    Project entry 2011 - Recovery of the rail transport network, Oaxaca Valley, Mexico: The project plan shows the project generalities, the new lines track, and some interventions in the region.

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    Project entry 2011 - Recovery of the rail transport network, Oaxaca Valley, Mexico: Analysis plan: shows the actual state of the territory, the railway system, and the main issues this project will address.

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    Project entry 2011 - Recovery of the rail transport network, Oaxaca Valley, Mexico: Region physiography.

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    Project entry 2011 - Recovery of the rail transport network, Oaxaca Valley, Mexico: Railway history.

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    Project entry 2011 - Recovery of the rail transport network, Oaxaca Valley, Mexico: San Sebastián Abasolo.

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    Project entry 2011 - Recovery of the rail transport network, Oaxaca Valley, Mexico: Tiacolula Valley low-fl oor train and bikeway.

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    Project entry 2011 - Recovery of the rail transport network, Oaxaca Valley, Mexico: Tiacolula Valley ground level station and bikeway.

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    Project entry 2011 - Recovery of the rail transport network, Oaxaca Valley, Mexico: Author portrait.

The project’s idea is the regeneration of the disused rail transport network in the Valley of Oaxaca – one of the poorest states of Mexico. The rail system had been an important transport element for more than a century until the tracks were decommissioned in the 1990’s after the urban area had grown. Facing the challenges of the future, the project proposes to insert a new electric low-floor train system to provide a safe and high quality public transport system that increases mobility in the area with little environmental disadvantages and reduces the dependence on individual transport. 

Last updated: March 31, 2011 Valley of Oaxaca, Mexico

The system will provide short- and medium-distance public transport for more than 700,000 people. Beyond this practical function the project will stimulate the region with a vision for a “cleaner, healthier and safer future”. To integrate the regional rail network into the urban fabric, bicycle facilities are proposed for the rail stations as well as a bikeway system along the rail corridors.