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September 11, 1985: 41 years ago, two trains collided in Portugal leaving a scene of horrorPhoto by pastorromulomarques on Pexels
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September 11, 1985: 41 years ago, two trains collided in Portugal leaving a scene of horror

Notícias de Coimbra11 September 2026 at 16:03

On September 11, 1985, the Beira Alta Line was the scene of what is considered the greatest railway disaster in Portugal. Two trains collided head-on, leaving a scene of horror that marked the country 41 years ago. The accident occurred on this line that crosses the Viseu region and connects the north to the south of mainland Portugal. This was one of the most tragic accidents in Portuguese railway history, resulting in numerous fatalities and injured. The disaster shocked the Portuguese population and led to deep reflection on safety in national rail transport.

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