The line modernization project SNCF of the Arve valley is submitted in public consultation until December 15th. Until then, several meetings are organized, including one this Monday evening in La Roche sur Foron.
“This modernization will, among other things, increase the number and frequency of trains between Saint-Gervais and La Roche sur Foron.” Explain Jean-Dominique Lasserre, project management manager at SNCF Network.
The main objective being to transfer part of the car traffic to rail as recommended by the PPA, the Atmosphere Protection Plan of the Arve valley to reduce pollution in this Haute-Savoie area.
The modernization of the track between La Roche-sur-Foron and Saint-Gervais involves major works at La Roche station with the construction of a 4th track and a quay and also the replacement of the safety and security systems. information.
Last year during his visit to the Arve valley, the President of the Republic, Emmanuel Macron announced state support for this project 170 million euros which, if all the procedure proceeds normally could materialize in 2025 for the start of works.