The Eix del Llobregat, also known as the C-16 highway, is drawing attention not only for its expensive toll rates, some of the highest per kilometer in Europe, but also for the alarming number of fatal accidents occurring on this stretch. Tragedies like the unfortunate death of two young children from Mallorca in December 2025, who succumbed to injuries from a severe car crash on a particularly dangerous section of the highway, have sparked outrage among the public. This incident highlights the risks drivers face when using this route, which is notorious for its high accident rate.

The European Road Assessment Programme (EuroRAP) has categorized the stretch between Berga and Bagà as one of the most hazardous in Europe, underpinning the need for urgent reforms and safety measures. The area is infamous for its tragic history, including an earlier incident in which a 59-year-old woman lost her life on the same stretch. These recurring heart-wrenching incidents have accumulated public anger and calls for improving road safety along this highway, which is vital for connecting different regions in Catalonia.

As the government faces mounting pressure from affected families and outraged citizens, it must respond to the calls for significant investigations and potential developments in road safety legislation. The ongoing toll payments alongside such horrifying statistics only intensify frustrations, raising critical questions about whether the high costs are justified when juxtaposed with the risks to human life on these roads.