'What is this, people dear?': Zagreb resident shocked by tram ride duration

A Zagreb resident's exasperated query on Reddit, asking "What is this, people dear?", highlights significant public frustration with prolonged tram journeys. The user detailed a shocking 20-minute tram ride from Hondlova to Kvaternik Square, attributing the excessive travel time to ongoing track repairs in Zvonimirova Street.

These repairs, which began on June 15 and are expected to last until September 7, have led to the suspension of tram services towards Borongaj. Consequently, tram lines 9 and 17 are operating on shortened routes to Trg žrtava fašizma, while line 13 follows a modified route. An exceptional bus line, 602, has been introduced to cover the affected area between Trg žrtava fašizma and Borongaj, operating instead of the night tram line 32.

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And why are cars driving on the tram tracks? This is maddening, too terrible.

The resident's complaint also pointed to another issue: cars driving on the tram tracks, further impeding service. This observation sparked a discussion among Reddit users, with some suggesting physical barriers or stricter enforcement to prevent vehicles from obstructing the tracks. One commenter noted, "If you don't put up bollards, or the MUP [Ministry of Internal Affairs] fines, or some other physical obstacle, the stubborn ones will drive on the tracks."

The Večernji List report acknowledges that user comments do not necessarily reflect the editorial stance of the publication. The article also mentions that the underpass near Vjesnik has reopened and provides information on commenting rules for the website, requiring user registration.

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If you don't put up bollards, or the MUP fines, or some other physical obstacle, the stubborn ones will drive on the tracks.