Århus Light Rail Tour (2018)

YouTube name: Mikkel Mathias.
Date: September 29, 2018.
City: Aarhus (Denmark).

Århus Light Rail Tour (2018) — The video shows
Aarhus Letbane
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Aarhus light rail line L2: Odder - Lystrup
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Aarhus low-floor articulated tram 2107-2207, manufacturer Stadler, type Tango, width 2.65 m, length 39.00 m, manufactured 2016-2017, max speed 100 km/t.

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Aarhus Light Rail's first trip (2017)We were part of the Light Rail's first trip from DOKK1 to the University Hospital. Recorded with drone camera by Jack Fridthjof.By atvdenmark - December 21, 2017.

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Aarhus Tram Docu (2022)This documentary showcases the Aarhus Tram network, which has been in operation for over four years. Denmark's first tram network is analysed with key features and places to visit. 0:00 intro 0:49 Ruteoversigt 1:25 Aarhus H og Park Allé 4:19 Indre strækning 4:55 DOKK1 5:30 Skolebakken 7:00 Mod Universitetet 8:02 Uni og Parken 9:50 En køretur 12:01 AUH 13:19 Jørgen Leth fortæller næste stop 16:24 Viby J 17:55 køreplan 18:32 Materiel og besøg på depotet 24:33 Fremtidige planer 24:45 Outro In 1971, the last tram ran through the streets of Aarhus. Buses became the preferred mode of transport because they offer greater flexibility. This led to a 46-year gap, and after a significant mistake, some permits were missing. On December 21, 2017, the tram service was finally revived. It now has a new, smart name—the Light Rail. The first section to open was from Aarhus H to Universitetshospitalet in 2018. You could travel to Odder via Viby J, Beder, and Malling, as well as north of Lisbjergskolen. In 2019, the long-awaited final section to Grenå was completed, bringing the train back to Djursland. On the same day, Lisbjerg Bygade and Lystrup stations opened, making it easier to switch lines without having to go into the city center first. The largest and busiest stop on the Light Rail is Aarhus H. Here, DSB's Intercity and Intercity Express trains connect to Copenhagen, Aalborg, and even Hamburg via Padborg. Arriva's local trains go to Struer via Silkeborg and Herning, as well as to Struer via Langå and Viborg. At Banegårdspladsen and Park Allé, just two minutes from the Light Rail, you can transfer to most city bus routes. The inner route begins here. [Music] Just 700 meters from Aarhus H, the first stop is Dokk1, which features a library, meeting rooms, DR Weather and Sports studios—Aarhus's new gathering place. With underground parking and the Light Rail access, getting around is easy. After another 300 meters, we arrive at Skolebakken, offering a great view of the inner harbor—perfect for a walk on a warm summer evening. Shortly after Skolebakken, the Light Rail splits into two lines: one through Risskoven, the other along Nørrebrogade and Randersvej. [Nørreport] We reach Nørreport after 600 meters, then continue another 600 meters to Universitetsparken, where you can enjoy a peaceful moment by the lake during the annual boat race, where departments compete for Det Gyldne Bækken. All the university's original buildings are made of yellow bricks. The university is so large that we get off at the next station, Ringgaden. We skip the following stations: Stjernepladsen, Stockholmsgade, and Vandtårnet. [Stockholmsgade] [Nehrus Allé] We pass Nehrus Allé and DR Aarhus, which have easy and quick access from the city center. The trip on the inner line concludes after 18 minutes at Aarhus University Hospital (AUH), with eight departures per hour on weekdays. We then switch to the line through Risskoven and enjoy the ride aboard one of three train sets with Jørgen Leth as the announcer (2101, 1101, and 1107). [Torsøvej] [Line 1, Towards Aarhus Central Station] [Østbanetorvet] [Line 1, Towards Aarhus Central Station] The second major hub is in the southern suburb of Viby Jylland, where connections to Arriva's local trains to Silkeborg and Herning, as well as DSB regional trains to Fredericia, are available. The Light Rail departs here every 15 minutes, as shown in the timetable. From Aarhus, there are ten departures northward during the day. Two go towards Ryomgård/Grenå via Torsøvej, while eight head via AUH, with four continuing to Lystrup and two to Lisbjergskolen. The inner route has a frequency of approximately every 7.5 minutes, with a six-minute interval between Aarhus H and Skolebakken, and four southbound departures per hour—two to Odder and two to Mårslet. Let's review the train types. First, the Variobahn, primarily serving Odder-Lisbjergskolen/Lystrup, is 32.3 meters long, with a top speed of 80 km/h, and is mainly designed for street running. Its short, agile carriages accommodate around 225 passengers with small seating groups for short distances. Features include power sockets, a DMI indicator, and flexible space. The second type is Tango, composed of three joined carriages, measuring 39.2 meters in length with a top speed of 100 km/h, providing room for approximately 266 passengers. It offers more comfortable seating and includes modern amenities such as mobile phone sockets, flexible space, and information screens. Footage from 2016 shows the depot, preparation, and control center. Plans include several studies for a potential extension between Aarhus Ø and Brabrand, linking the growing port area and Brabrand to the Light Rail network. Despite ongoing challenges, the Light Rail continues to evolve. The openings in Odense and Copenhagen suggest a more stable future for such systems. This concludes the documentary about Aarhus's Light Rail. Hope you enjoyed it. See you in the following video...By Roth Production - February 11, 2022.

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Aarhus Light Rail by Daniel Hegaard (2018)Aarhus Light Rail 1204 1104 and 1209 1109 and 1211 1111 and 1209 1109 and 1211 1111 and 1206 1106 and 1204 1104 and 1206 1106 On Dokk1 With Daniel Hegaard Tog KanalenBy Daniel Hegaard togkanalen - March 31, 2018.

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Trainspotting: The Magic of Winter: The Light Rail Crosses Navitas in Aarhus under the White Carpet of Snow ❄️🚊 (2024)Trainspotting: The Magic of Winter: The Light Rail Crosses Navitas in Aarhus under the White Carpet of Snow ❄️🚊 Step into the winter's adventure, where the snow falls and creates an enchanting landscape in the streets of Aarhus. In this evocative video, you get a glimpse of the light rail's journey as it elegantly crosses Navitas on a cold and dark winter evening. While snowflakes dance in the air, the light rail glides by silently, shrouded in an aura of calm and mystery. The scene is like something out of a winter landscape painting, where the white snow-filled landscape creates a contrast to the vibrant city life. Join us on this journey through the magic of winter, and let yourself be enchanted by the sight of the Light Railway cutting through the snowy evening in Aarhus. It is a moment of beauty and tranquility in the midst of winter's cold. 🌨️🌃By Creative Children Denmark - February 27, 2024.

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🚋 A few clips from Aarhus Letbane | Denmark 🇩🇰 (2024)Clips of three light-railway (letbane) trains in Aarhus, Denmark.By ScandiTravel - October 15, 2024.

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My first trip on the Grenå track! Aarhus light rail vlog #3 (2019)By ISTheIsak.
May 3, 2019.

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Aarhus Light Rail at Djursland (2023)Video clip of Letbanen's Tango train set running on the track to Grenå. The cliffs are recorded in the easternmost part of the track, between Ryomgård and Grenå. 1. Tango set 2111 in the overpass on Engvej in Kolind. 2. Tangosett 2104 at the station in Kolind on the way to Grenå. 3. Tangosett 2102 east of Ryomgård on the way to Grenå. 4. Tangosett 2104 runs from Ryomgård towards Aarhus. 5. Tangosæt 2103 runs over the Grenå in Grenå towards Aarhus. 6. Tangosset 2110 runs between Hessel and Grenå on the way to Grenå.By Lasse Duusgaard - July 6, 2023.

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Aarhus Light Rail in October (2018)Mostly Tango, but also glimpses of the Variotram!By michael poole - October 16, 2018.

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Trams in Aarhus, Denmark: Aarhus Light Rail (2022)Aarhus in Denmark is home to the country's first 21st-century light rail system, known as the Aarhus Letbane. In the first edition of the Trams in Europe series, we focus on Aarhus, Denmark's second-largest city, where this documentary-style video explores the history, lines, fleet, and future of the Aarhus Letbane tram system. No commentary footage of the line itself follows this segment. Timestamps: 00:00 Commentary overview of the Aarhus Letbane 16:18 No commentary footage of the Aarhus Letbane 16:19 Line L1 (Stadler Tango Tram-Trains) 21:13 L1 exterior 21:42 Line L2 (Stadler Variobahn) 34:39 L2 exterior This series explores trams in Europe, examining various tram and light rail systems across the continent. That's how I plan to structure it, although that may change. The first part of the video will feature commentary providing an in-depth overview of the history of the current fleets and general context for the city's transit network. Additionally, there are plans for the tram network, if any. To start the series, we're in our house in Denmark, so let's begin with a brief geography lesson and some background on Aarhus. Aarhus is the second-largest city in Denmark, situated in Scandinavia, a region in Northern Europe. It has a population of around 350,000, but it is part of the larger capital region, which has a much bigger population. This will be relevant later when discussing the Aarhus Light Rail or the Odderbanen. The plan is first to provide a brief history of the system, including a fun fact—though I wouldn't necessarily call it fun, just an interesting observation—and then discuss the lines, trams, and offer some additional context, concluding with plans. Afterward, I'll turn off the mic. While this is being edited, a timestamp will be added, allowing you to enjoy the footage without commentary and appreciate the system's charm. So, let me know what you think of this series. If you like the format, we appreciate your feedback. Basically, the R, whose leg band is lightweight, refers to the light rail system in Aarhus. I believe that band is similar to a light rail tram, as it is also referred to as such in other cities. Aarhus Light Rail was the first tram to operate in Denmark since 1971. Like many other cities in Northern and Western Europe, Denmark previously had a tram system. However, in 1971, which was quite late compared to most European cities, many other Western European cities had already abandoned their trams much earlier. It's somewhat strange that they stopped trams in 1971, but Copenhagen stands out as a global leader in this area. After 1971, Denmark lost some of its charm in this regard. The Aarhus light rail essentially marked the start of discussions about building a light rail system in Denmark, which began in the early 2000s. As you are aware, such projects often require a substantial amount of time. There is a legislative process, and construction began around 2012. The line was opened in three stages, with the initial section being completed. The first stage was initially scheduled to launch in 2016. However, as we all know, these transfer projects were delayed and didn't open until 2017. 2017 was a significant year for Aarhus because it was named European Capital of Culture. If they were going to visit our area, you'd see them along the paths unless they had moved them earlier. However, in 2022, they're still present on the paths. The European Capital of Culture designation in 2017 helped promote Aarhus as a cultural hub, although things may not have gone entirely as planned. The opening was actually scheduled for December 21, 2017, which is about as late as you can get before Christmas. And yes, realistically, you wouldn't see everything open until much later in the year. Another interesting fact is that the trams reportedly traveled 100,000 kilometers, effectively running as ghost vehicles without passengers during their testing phase. There was a safety concern, so the trams only ran 110 kilometers during testing. I'm not sure if that's entirely accurate, but that's the sense from the article—trams running 100,000 kilometers as ghost vehicles because the testing occurred before they started regular service. The first section opened, but the process was somewhat uneven, as there was a lot to cover. This is part of the Oracle Light Rail system, which is unique and different from most tram or light rail systems. Essentially, the first part that opened was between two areas, which I’ll show you now. Sorry, I mean the initial segment was part of the L2 line, running from Rødhusring, which translates to 'Archery Central Station' in Danish, all the way up to the University Hospital, which is essentially our university hospital.By TransportEnthusiast - August 17, 2022.

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On the Track in Aarhus - part 3 (2018)ON THE TRACK 2018 - part 3 0:00: The new German train set TWINDEXX, which is the regional train, is running here in the Schleswig-Holstein area. It was put into operation in December 2017—Flensburg/Tarp on May 28, 2018. 2:12: Lindaunisbroen with Lint train set DB Regio 648 455 / 955 towards Flensburg on May 28, 2018, and Lint train set DB Regio 648 855 / 355 "Fehmarn" towards Kiel. 4:50: The new Light Rail in Aarhus, which can be seen here, among other things, at Dock 1 on May 31, 2018. The Light Rail type Variobahn (no. 11xx) is on the Line 2 route. 8:40: First day of operation and opening of the Odderbanen with the Aarhus Light Rail on August 25, 2018. 10:30: Inauguration day of the Aarhus Light Rail on the Odderbanen on September 8, 2018. 12:51: ODIN, Denmark's first steam locomotive, a replica built in 1846, was presented in Odense on September 15, 2018. 18:25: South Jutland's Veteran Train with steam train TKVJ no. 12 from Haderslev to Vojens on December 2, 2018. 27:43: With steam train TKVJ no. 12 from Vejle to Grejsdal Christmas market on December 8, 2018. 32:25: Veteran Train West diesel train DSB MT 152 ran as a Christmas train to the Tønder Christmas market in Ribe on December 16, 2018. 34:32: Farewell trip on Haderslev Bybanen, with borrowed DSB MR 4048 / MRD 4248 railcar, arranged by Veterbanen Haderslev Vojens (VHV), Danish Railway Club on December 30, 2018. Driver's cabin recording from the farewell trip can be seen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rwOJUL2BTFcBy TeamBaumann - May 27, 2018.

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