Santa Cruz de Tenerife’s City Council is launching a trial initiative this weekend to streamline access to Las Teresitas Beach. From Thursday to Sunday, the council will evaluate the effectiveness of a dedicated bus lane running from Dársena Pesquera to Las Teresitas. Operational between 09:00 and 18:00 each day, this pilot aims to determine whether such a measure can alleviate the frequent congestion experienced during peak times.
During the trial, the route will be closely monitored via video surveillance to ensure compliance and gather data on its efficacy. This setup intends to promote public transport use over private vehicles, potentially reducing the number of cars on the road. Las Teresitas Beach typically sees about 7,000 bus users daily, compared to 12,000 vehicles. The trial will feature increased bus frequencies on routes 910, 946, and 947, making bus travel more attractive.
Key features of this initiative include the designation of an exclusive lane for TITSA buses, school transport, and other authorized buses, as well as taxis and motorcycles. Emergency vehicles will also have access if necessary. The lane starts at the Dársena roundabout, extending along the San Andrés dual carriageway (TF-11) and is demarcated by cones up to the San Andrés roundabout. From there, it continues along Avenida Marítima de San Andrés, where parking will be restricted to ensure smooth bus transit.
Additionally, at the TF11 roundabout’s end, a special arrangement will assist buses turning towards the Taganana TF-12 road, requiring local police support for safe maneuvering.
The City Council encourages the use of public transport not only for this pilot but as a permanent shift to alleviate traffic, especially during the busy summer months when vehicle accumulation peaks in coastal areas. This approach is part of broader efforts to improve urban mobility and enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors alike.
