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Plants instead of asphalt? A reality check on the green belt idea for the Vía de Cintura
Can Palma’s Vía de Cintura Really Be Put Underground?
A green belt over Palma’s Vía de Cintura is technically possible, but funding, traffic and construction make it difficult.
Published: April 22, 2026
Answer
Is it realistic to put Palma’s Vía de Cintura underground and turn the surface into green space?
It is technically possible, but it would be expensive, complex and slow to deliver. Any plan for the Vía de Cintura would need solid funding, a workable traffic strategy and political support beyond the city level.
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Related follow-up questions from the same article, collected in one place.
1FAQ
What would a green belt around Palma’s ring road actually change for the city?
It could reconnect neighbourhoods and add public green space.
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2FAQ
How much disruption would building tunnels under the MA-20 cause in Palma?
Expect major disruption, detours and long construction periods.
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3FAQ
Would reducing car traffic be part of a plan to cover Palma’s ring road?
A tunnel alone would not solve Palma’s traffic problem.
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4FAQ
Who would pay for putting parts of Palma’s Vía de Cintura underground?
It would need outside funding, not just city money.
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5FAQ
What happens to neighbourhoods like Son Gotleu or La Soledat if the ring road is covered in Palma?
It could reconnect nearby districts if the land stays public.
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6FAQ
Why do feasibility studies matter for major projects in Palma?
It tests whether the project can really work.
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7FAQ
What should residents in Palma ask before supporting a green-ring project?
Funding, traffic, maintenance and public use are the key issues.
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