Line 4 (Rio de Janeiro)

Line 4 (Rio de Janeiro)

Line 4 of the Rio de Janeiro Metro, also known as the Yellow Line, is a rapid transit line that connects the Barra da Tijuca neighborhood to Ipanema. It was constructed primarily to serve the 2016 Summer Olympics held in Rio de Janeiro. The line significantly improved transportation options for residents and tourists alike, reducing travel times between these key areas of the city.

Line 4 is notable for its extensive use of tunnel boring machines due to the city's complex geology. It is also one of the most modern lines in the Rio de Janeiro Metro system, incorporating advanced signaling and train control technologies. The line connects with other metro lines, providing access to the entire network. Key stations along Line 4 include Jardim Oceânico ( Barra da Tijuca), Nossa Senhora da Paz (Ipanema) and various intermediate stations strategically placed to serve residential and commercial zones. The operation of Line 4 has played a crucial role in integrating different parts of Rio de Janeiro and enhancing the city's public transportation infrastructure.