Spain Bus Crash: 83 Injured After 20m Slope Plunge

At least 83 people were injured, seven critically, when a shuttle bus veered off a winding road and plunged about 20 metres down an embankment near Fogars de Montclús, northeast of Barcelona, on Sunday afternoon. The Spain bus crash triggered one of the largest emergency responses in Catalonia this year, with 23 ambulances, two medical helicopters and specialist mountain rescue teams deployed to the scene.

What happened in Fogars de Montclús?

The accident occurred around 16:43 local time on 25 October 2026 on the BV-5114, a narrow, curving road connecting Sant Celoni with Montseny Natural Park. The vehicle, operated by Catalan transport company Sagalés on line 573, left the road for reasons still under investigation and tumbled down a roughly 20-metre (65-foot) slope. Local authorities said the bus normally shuttles between a campsite and Fogars de Montclús, stopping at several halts. Similar incidents have raised questions about mountain road safety in Catalonia and the condition of rural shuttle routes.

Casualty breakdown and hospital response

Catalan health minister Olga Pané said seven of the injured were in critical condition, 18 had serious but not life-threatening injuries and 58 suffered minor injuries. Rescuers evacuated passengers by land and air to hospitals in Granollers, Girona and Barcelona. Some occupants managed to climb back to the road on their own before emergency services arrived.

• 7 critical
• 18 serious injuries
• 58 minor injuries
• 23 ambulances deployed
• 2 medical helicopters used

No deaths had been confirmed by Monday morning, but officials said the rugged terrain meant someone could have been thrown from the vehicle or remained outside the immediate search area. Firefighters continued searching the slope overnight. “We cannot rule out fatalities because of the complex orography,” Pané said, according to Catalan emergency services.

What caused the Spain bus crash?

The cause of the accident remains unknown. The road is described as narrow with many curves, and investigators are examining whether speed, mechanical failure or a collision with another vehicle played a role. One local report suggested the bus may have struck a car before leaving the road, but police have not confirmed this. The transport company is cooperating with authorities. The crash has renewed attention on bus safety standards in Spain and the challenges of operating large vehicles on mountain routes.

Official reaction and next steps

The president of Catalonia’s regional government expressed deep concern over the incident and said he was in close contact with local administrators. Emergency coordination centres activated three joint firefighter-medical teams and three psychological support teams for victims and families. Investigators are expected to review vehicle telemetry, driver logs and road conditions as part of a broader probe. The event echoes concerns raised in European road safety reports 2026 about accident risks on secondary roads.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many people were injured in the Spain bus crash?

At least 83 people were injured, including seven in critical condition, 18 with serious injuries and 58 with minor injuries.

Where did the bus crash happen?

The crash happened near Fogars de Montclús, about 70 km northeast of Barcelona, on the BV-5114 road toward Montseny Natural Park.

What caused the bus to go off the road?

The cause is still under investigation. The road is narrow and winding, and authorities are examining speed, mechanical issues and a possible collision with another car.

Were there any fatalities?

No deaths were confirmed as of Monday morning, but rescuers said they could not rule out fatalities due to the difficult terrain and continued searching overnight.

Which company operated the bus?

The bus was operated by Sagalés on line 573, a shuttle service connecting Sant Celoni and Montseny Natural Park.