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Mexico City Metro Keeps La Villa–Basílica Station Open Dec. 11–12 Under ‘Basílica 2025’ Plan

The operation prioritizes safer crowd management through heavy policing with controlled access based on a recent pilot.

Overview

  • STC confirms La Villa–Basílica will operate on Line 6 from 05:00 to 24:00 on Dec. 11 and 12 to serve pilgrims heading to the Guadalupe shrine.
  • Security will be heavily reinforced at La Villa–Basílica, transfer points with Lines 3, 4, 5 and 7, and terminals El Rosario and Martín Carrera, with the director citing a 300% police boost near the site.
  • Mint‑vested user‑assistance brigades will support MI card purchases and wayfinding, while Safety and Civil Protection teams maintain first‑aid coverage along Line 6.
  • Operations include continuous monitoring, dispatch of empty trains to high‑demand stations, and running the maximum feasible fleet to keep flows steady.
  • Metrobús will modify service: Line 6 closes La Villa, De los Misterios, Hospital Infantil La Villa and Gustavo A. Madero; Line 7 closes Indios Verdes, Hospital Infantil La Villa, De los Misterios, Gustavo A. Madero and Garrido, starting Thursday 04:30 with Friday adjustments until 18:00.