Dopravní podnik měst Liberce a Jablonce nad Nisou (DPMLJ)

Liberec Tram (2016)Tram of rails gauge 1000 and 1435 mm. In the final episode of the Czech low-floor series, you will learn what it's used for: three tram tracks in the city. What is the purpose of this object with a massive clock on the facade? What can hurt us inside the vehicle that we probably don't expect, and why not? I spent 11 days riding an intercity tram, covering seven tram networks, three trolleybus networks, and one metro system in the Czech Republic. We are in Liberec, a city with around 100,000 residents. Located in the Western Sudetes on the Neisse River valley, where the lowest point is 325 meters above sea level. The terrain varies greatly here, with the highest elevation reaching 102 meters. This mountain is located southwest of Liberec, and on its slope is a ski jumping complex that has hosted World Cup competitions. Ferdinand Porsche was born on the Neisse River during WWI, which is now part of the Czech Republic. This Porsche has to handle challenging slopes. The trams on a network stretching 100,000 meters must also tackle challenging inclines. Located 21.5 km from Prague, the network was launched in 1897 as an electric system. It can be divided into intercity and urban parts. The network utilizes a three-rail system, with five lines running on it: the historic Line 1, the shortened variant of Line 2 called TR, and Line Pi, which is an urban extension of Intercity Line 11. About 65 trams operate on this network, mostly Tatra T3 models of various types. There’s also an Evo 2 tram, which I haven't seen in the city— a shame because it's one of the few Czech tram models that are entirely low-floor. Why does the Liberec section have three rails? Please don't confuse it with the metro conductor rail because, naturally, the regular power lines also hang above the tracks. Initially, the entire tram network was narrow-gauge, with a 1000 mm gauge, similar to those in Łódź and Toruń. In the 1980s, the idea of standardizing tram production for Czechoslovak cities emerged, with the standard gauge of 1435 mm prevailing. A gauge change was initiated in Liberec, but it remained within the city limits, allowing both gauges to stay in place to facilitate easier routing for both urban and intercity lines. However, trams have different bogie gauges and can’t run on all lines. The vehicles are even marked with their gauge on the inside front and back. There’s also a permanent list of stops for each route, showing which vehicles serve which lines. This allows travel from Liberec to nearby Jabłoń nad Nysą, a route only 12 km long. The trip takes 32 minutes at an average speed of 22.5 km/h, making it more of a slow tram or perhaps just a slightly faster one. The intercity section includes single-track segments with passing loops along the Lusatian Neisse River. Unfortunately, when I left, the route was under renovation, and a row of apple trees lined the tracks. I had to take a replacement bus. The renovated track segments feature rails on special steel sleepers, which help dampen vibrations near buildings. The tracks are also set up for future gauge changes from narrow to standard gauge. In Liberec's center, near the Old Town, you'll see the distinctive, elongated ZEM NAAC building, which serves as a symbol of Liberec Public Transport. Surrounding it is the Figowa transfer hub, featuring bus stops, and approximately 100 meters away are tram stops. Most city bus routes and all tram lines stop at this location. The facility includes a space for the Municipal Police, a passenger service point, ticket machines, and shops. No one anticipated that someone might put syringe tips in the seats of public vehicles. Liberec faced an issue with minor passenger injuries and posted warnings in the vehicles. If such an incident occurs, it’s essential to report it immediately. Maybe it's time for a tram party. Last year, on select Fridays or Saturdays, the Party Tram ran along the NER 2 line in the evening and at night. After selecting passengers, a security guard handed out tickets from the hostess, and they could join the party. At the back of the car, there was a bar table with a bartender and a DJ getting the festivities started. Between the seats, there was ample space for a dance floor.By Niskopodłogowiec - June 13, 2016.

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Tram in Liberec (2016)The Liberec tram network is one of seven tram networks in the Czech Republic. It is operated by the municipal transport company Dopravní podnik měst Liberce a Jablonce nad Nisou. Originally a meter-gauge network, the network has been gradually converted to standard gauge since 1990. The construction of several new lines is planned (Rochlice–Vesec and Ruprechtice–Pavlovice). Currently (November 2006), four lines and one historic line are in operation. The total route length is 21.5 kilometers. Line 11 exits the viaduct loop as a Tatra T4 leaves the station at Old Town Square. Tram 42 is heading to Jablonec—a break in the middle of the track. Tram 65 is on line 3 to the zoo. A converted Tatra arrived at the viaduct.By Straßen-und Eisenbahn Deutschland - February 14, 2016.

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Liberec, tram line 11 in the driver's cab. Part 1 (2009)Tramline 11 in Liberec in Czech Republic. Going from Liberec to Jablonec.By javdeluxe - March 23, 2009.

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Tram - way Liberec, line 3 complete (2008)We are going from Horní Hanychov to Lidové Sady.By javdeluxe - November 26, 2008.

Postcards from Dopravní podnik měst Liberce a Jablonce nad Nisou (DPMLJ)

Postcard: Liberec railcar 17 at Dolní Hanychov (1973)With some exceptions, all Liberec T2 trams have undergone general repairs at the Brno branch, and car no. 21, after the first such repair, crosses paths with the twice-generally overhauled car no. 17 at the Dolní Hanychov switch.By Boveraclub, Henrik Boye - 1973.

Postcard: Liberec extra line 2 with railcar 9 at Nádraži (1957)Railcar 9 was built by reconstructing railcar 26 (from 1912), which was destroyed by fire in 1938. Toward the end of its service life, it was loaned to the Jablonec branch and operated on line 2 from Paseky to Nádraží station, as well as on the supplementary line 3 from Kokonín to Staré Mšeno, where the photo was taken in 1957.By Boveraclub, Henrik Boye - 1957.

Links about Dopravní podnik měst Liberce a Jablonce nad Nisou (DPMLJ)

Dopravní podnik měst Liberce a Jablonce nad Nisou (DPMLJ)
Language: Czech.

"DPMLJ is the official website of the public transport operator serving Liberec and Jablonec nad Nisou, Czech Republic. It provides timetables, routes, ticket information, service updates, news, customer support, and details about tram and bus services, projects, and company operations."

IDOL
Language: Czech, English, German, Polish.

"The owner of the company KORID LK, spol. s ro is the Liberec Region, and it was founded on March 30, 2005 by a decision of the Liberec Region Council with the aim of representing and realizing its transport interests and the interests of its residents."

Region Liberec: Public Transport in Liberec / Central Station Fügnerova
Language: Czech, English, German, Polish.

"The Fügnerova terminal is the central station of public transport in Liberec, where all tram and bus public transport lines intersect. All popular tourist destinations can be found on the route of tram line No. 2 or 3 (note: only No. 3 goes up to Jested)."

Straßenbahnen in Liberec & Jablonec
By: L. Fenzau.
Language: German.

"The Liberec Public Transport Company is the largest company owned by the city of Liberec, and has had a minority stake in the neighboring city of Jablonec nad Nisou since autumn 2009. With a turnover of 500 million kroner, the company offers public transport in the county town of Liberec (100,000 inhabitants) and in Jablonec nad Nisou, where the service is operated by BusLine from Semily under a contract. The service is provided by 135 buses and 67 trams, which transported 32.5 million passengers last year."

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Last updated: September 20, 2026.