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Plants instead of asphalt? A reality check on the green belt idea for the Vía de Cintura
Who Could Pay for Palma’s Underground Ring Road?
Palma’s ring-road project would likely need regional, state or EU funding because urban tunnelling is very expensive.
Published: April 22, 2026
Answer
Who would pay for putting parts of Palma’s Vía de Cintura underground?
The project would need far more than municipal money to be realistic. Regional and central government support, along with possible EU funding, would likely be necessary, because tunnelling in an urban area is very costly and requires long-term maintenance.
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Related follow-up questions from the same article, collected in one place.
1FAQ
Is it realistic to put Palma’s Vía de Cintura underground and turn the surface into green space?
Possible in theory, but difficult in practice.
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2FAQ
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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3FAQ
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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4FAQ
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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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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