Thousands Protest in Zamora Against AVE Schedule Changes

Zamora residents staged a massive protest on Sunday, June 1st, 2025, against Renfe's new AVE Madrid-Galicia high-speed train schedule. Around 4,000 people gathered near the train station to voice their outrage over the planned reduction in service, particularly the elimination of several stops and the alteration of departure times. The new plan, according to protesters, will leave Zamora with no departures to Madrid before midday. 'This is unacceptable,' stated Maria Garcia, a local resident and participant in the protest. 'We rely on these trains, and this change will severely impact our lives and the local economy.' The Association of AVE Users of Zamora is leading the charge, demanding a fairer and more convenient railway plan. They vow to continue protesting until Renfe reverses the changes. The protest highlights the importance of accessible and reliable transportation for regional communities and the significant impact that changes to public transport can have on local populations.