Thousands of believers began arriving in Basilica of Guadalupe on the occasion December 12ththus Mexico City’s subway and Metrobús service registered partial changes. The authorities announced adjustments to timetables and routes for this Thursday, December 11 and Friday, December 12, as many pilgrims arrived at the mayor’s office. Gustavo A. Madero.
According to annual forecasts, the concentration of visitors from different regions of the country is expected to be large. The affected lines aim to facilitate the transfer and safety of the population moving through the city Guadeloupan celebrations. Access to the La Villa-Basilica metro station it already stops Metrobus The proximity of the religious site will continue to be monitored, with possible temporary closures to protect pedestrian traffic and prevent incidents.
Since the morning of December 11, the influx of community members has led to operational changes at key locations in the capital. The changes will allow street order to be maintained during one of the country’s busiest religious festivals. Thousands of pilgrims come from different areas to take part in liturgical activities and Offerings on the anniversary of the appearance of the Virgin of Guadalupe on Tepeyac Hill, an event that, according to tradition, dates back to 1531.
The increase in people in the area also has an impact on mobility operations. Given possible extreme conditions in the winter season, the Secretariat for Comprehensive Risk Management and Disaster Response (SGIRPC) He urged participants to take precautions, wear a coat and avoid exposing themselves to low temperatures on waking nights. Recommendations issued include: Measures from Protection from the elements and care for minors or older adults.
The transportation and security device is expected to remain active throughout the day until the main flow of visitors ends in the office of Mayor Gustavo A. Madero and in the areas surrounding the religious temple.
The system authorities recommended that users plan ahead and stay informed about their travels Service status to avoid setbacks on your usual travels.
- He Thursday the 11thThe partial interruptions begin at 4:30 a.m. and last until the company closes.
- He Friday the 12thThe changes to the service will begin at the start of operations and will last until 6:00 p.m.
- The stations between El Rosario and Deportivo 18 de Marzo and between Villa de Aragón and La Villa would operate in both directions.
- Stations without temporary operation: Deportivo 18 de Marzo, La Villa, De los Misterios, La Villa Children’s Hospital, Gustavo A. Madero Delegation and Gustavo A. Madero.
- They run normally from Indios Verdes/Campo Marte to Garatza/La Villa.
- Temporarily closed stations: Garatza, De los Misterios, La Villa Children’s Hospital, Gustavo A. Madero and Delegation of Gustavo A. Madero.
He Mexico City subway (STC) will operate as usual on December 12, 2025with all stations remaining open, including those closed in previous years due to the large influx of pilgrims to the Basilica of Guadalupe. The director of the metro, Adrian Rubalcavareported that the decision aims to facilitate the transfer of users and avoid crowds outside the system.
To increase security, as part of a special operation, 300 elements of the Citizen Security Secretariat will be stationed in various stations to monitor the flow of people. The service will maintain its normal schedule on both December 11th and 12th. Authorities are asking pilgrims not to enter with large packages or large images of the Virgin of Guadalupe to ensure safe and orderly transit. Subway staff will be present to provide guidance and emergency assistance.
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