The fear of the train after Tempi

The Tempi railway tragedy, on 28 February 2023, has left behind—among many other consequences—a deep mistrust toward a mode of transport once considered environmentally friendly, comfortable, accessible, and the “backbone of sustainable mobility.” Can this rupture be repaired? A photo‑reportage featuring ten portraits and ten interviews with people who used to rely on the train and are directly affected by the decline of the railway system.

Research–interviews: The Manifold. Photographs: Maria Sidiropoulou. With the support of: Heinrich Böll Foundation – Thessaloniki Office | Within the framework of the program “Exploring the rural–urban divide through cooperative and independent media.”