A challenging morning disrupted rail travel south of Barcelona as multiple incidents affected the Rodalies network. A Talgo service traveling from Valencia to Barcelona derailed without passengers at Sitges station just before 10:00 a.m., but fortunately no one was injured. Officials from Renfe indicated that the exact cause of the derailment was not yet established, and the disruption prompted a temporary suspension across several lines while crews assessed the situation. The event triggered a broader impact on the Garraf region and the R2 Sud corridor, affecting lines R2 South, R13, R14, R15, R16, and R17, in addition to long-distance connections switching to road transport where necessary. The incident followed another derailment earlier that morning, at Gavà, which had already interrupted service on the network. Support teams from Renfe and Adif mobilized to restore normal operation as quickly as possible, prioritizing safety and rapid recovery of the affected trains. Based on initial assessments, the authorities coordinated with line managers to implement contingency plans and keep passengers informed as services were redirected or delayed. In the meantime, traffic between Vilanova i la Geltrú and Garraf was temporarily suspended while the Sitges station derailment was cleared and both tracks were secured. This disruption affected Long-Distance, Medium-Distance, and Cercanías services on the R-2 Sud line serving central Barcelona, with alternatives arranged to minimize travel inconvenience for travelers when possible. As reported by the rail information channel, the situation remained under close review by the operating entities and public authorities. Sources: Renfe and Adif statements, local notices from the regional rail authority. Renfe and its partners urged travelers to monitor official updates for precise schedules and any changes to service routing. They also reminded passengers to plan for potential delays and to consider alternate routes or road travel where appropriate. In parallel, Civil Protection of the Generalitat activated a pre-warning phase for rail passenger transport redundancy, coordinating with regional emergency services to ensure passenger safety. Around midday, Civil Protection mobilized additional resources to facilitate alternative road transportation between Garraf and Vilanova i la Geltrú, helping to bridge the gaps created by the rail disruption. This response aimed to maintain mobility for residents and visitors while rail operations were being restored, with authorities prioritizing safe and orderly transitions for affected passengers.
