Light rail tour with Aarhus light rail (2018)

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

Aarhus Letbane
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Aarhus light rail line L2: Odder - Lystrup
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I took a trip on the light rail from Odder to Lisbjerg School, where I filmed almost the entire journey. During the trip, I decided that everything I recorded should be shared here on my YouTube channel. So, I divided a lot of footage into parts. The first four parts were combined into one and then split into four segments, which is why there are only four. The first four are unedited, and number 5 includes all four parts combined into one but split up to keep it from being too long. Also, I want to mention that I try very hard to be a bit like Rasmus Brohave, so I also promote him.

Odder → Lisbjergskolen → Mårslet → Universitetshospitalet → Aarhus H, Aarhus Central Station → The University → Skolebakken → Olof Palmes Alle → Vandtårnet (Ringvejen) → Universitetsparken → Beder → Malling → Gammel Skejby → Vilhelmsborg → Klokhøjen → Lisbjerg Bygade → Kongsvang → Nørreport → Tranbjerg → Humlehuse → Viby → Gunnar Clausens Vej → Øllegårdsvej → Rude Havvej → Nørrevænget → Mølleparken → Rosenhøj → Dokk1 → Assedrup → Stjernepladsen → Nehrus Allé → Stockholmsgade.

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New developments for Aarhus' Lightrail (2018)Letbanen has received positive feedback from the community and has plans for some new projects.By Lauren Gee - August 29, 2018.

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The Århus tour 2023 part 2: A trip with the light rail in Århus towards Lystrup (2023)I'm back after nearly two weeks of summer vacation with a new "Video of the week," which is also a new "Århus tour 2023." This time, Erling and I are heading on a trip via Århus' light rail to a small, green, and beautiful town called Lystrup! Great content with a quiet (light rail) train video! - still wishing you a good day out there. Hello out there, and welcome to another one of my Alexandra's video diaries. Now it's finally time for us to reach May, and we've arrived at the last and most recent Copenhagen visit, which was back in May. Well, yes, we call it a Copenhagen visit, but it's actually time for the annual Aarhus trip. We're making some changes, and Erling is a big fan of the light rail in Aarhus, as well as the traffic jams. So, a lot of the day passed, and I think we should start by reviewing what happened on the first day. It's fun to think about. Yes, then we're on one of the Aarhus light rails heading toward Lystrup, seeing a bit of the city. Ah, a Friday evening on a busy prayer line two toward Lysstrup, which I remember from last year. This one is actually more comfortable to ride than the other one. It seemed a bit noisier the previous year. Yes, over on your side, there are ships and other things out by the water. Next stop, Nørreport. Yes, Nørreport in Aarhus is worth seeing, mainly since it's located so close to the street where the train runs. You can see all the cars lined up in Copenhagen, but not so much elsewhere. Oh yes, I saw SK alive at home on the internet. It was posted on Facebook. Yes, probably, I could imagine there are different groups, since it is. Then we turn the corner, many colored cars—yes. Is this where I can be cheeky and say that over here, they also have nets? Yes, next stop, Stockholm Dam, and we just changed seats. We found out that there are 17 stops on this trip, and we have about 13 left. We just had a nice chat with another passenger. It was enjoyable. I think it was that color bus we rode that day when we went out to her, where I was supposed to pick up the skirt from last year, Erling. That’s because it’s the Aarhus house, which is blue. Yes, yes, but then it’s very fitting that it was blue. We’ve taken it, though we didn’t go there this time. No, we didn’t. I actually think it was in Ejby, like the one that asked if it was just a little outside Aarhus. And McDonald's—yeah, that’s over on the other side. I don't care that they also have it here; just like how Netto is everywhere, McDonald’s probably is in most larger cities. Yes, every larger city worth its salt has a McDonald's or Netto. Well, next stop, Vandtårnet Ringvejen—that also tells me something. I think there was also a bus that stopped out there at one time. I also believe we have most of this light rail system to ourselves today; not many are on it, but that’s typical for evenings and holidays. It was nice because we got to sit and talk for a long time. I should have just stopped there, but we kept going into the countryside. You can see—yes, you can probably say they aren’t finished yet; they haven’t even started building. Well, nothing has really come yet, line two towards Lysstrup Trel. It could be Lysstrup, maybe a little out in the countryside. You can't say for sure, so we try both, all in the city and in Yde. Yes, yes, uh-huh, next stop is H. She just said the hop house. Oh, it's close to the cars. Goodness. That's one of the things I like about Aarhus — it's so close to green areas. It’s great to see as a tourist. Then, it's nice, it depends on whether this one drives back. Erling, it does? Yes. So, let me put it another way. It depends on how far apart they are, because if we have to wait an hour, then it's not that exciting. So, we'll check that out just before then. I, Sid, can say I have... You don't have me along the cycle paths. Then we can go home to the series again, EV to combine. Yes, yes, I can at least send something to you then. We’ll have to see Esbjerg Bygade. Well, then we're about to be at the end station, if it's called Lysbjerg Bygade now, LBJ. Sorry, Lisbjerg. We're at least closer to the station. I can hear Visbjerg here—press stop. So, we'll soon be at the last stop. I'll grab my gloves from my jacket pocket, then we'll head up the hills. We’ve really come to the countryside, Erling. But man, let’s say in relation to it, the trip to Odder so, uh, goes relatively quickly. How crazy that they’ve made a light rail all the way out here to Erling, I say. How crazy that they’ve made a light rail all the way out here to Å. There is also near the water out here, but it’s not... F væ i h? No, but you can say that in a way. Say, it has come now. It has come now. Yes, the trip to GR is the old FIR. Well, then they just made it up instead of... It's actually funny to think about. No, it's that new one there, just one more stop. Yes, that’s it. So, then we made it all the way to Lysstrup and Erling. He has just been out taking some pictures of the train before it starts.By Alexandra hansen - August 12, 2023.

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Aarhus Light Rail is a Success (2020)Multimedia content from the Distrita family shows that the Aarhus light rail is a success. That represents the future of tram-trains. #AarhusLightrail is the future for Aarhus and the world. #Aarhusletbane is a significant success that promotes better climate conditions for #Aarhuspublictransport and its passengers. Tram-trains that can serve as both city trams and local trains simultaneously are what transit cities worldwide need. In this video, I aim to reveal and explain why. Hello, wonderful person. Now you can experience the world's most modern tram-train light rail network in Aarhus, Denmark. It is a public transportation network that connects Aarhus with neighboring villages and towns with reliable service. Let me guide you through Aarhus’s cutting-edge tram-train light rail system and explain why Aarhus is doing it right. One of the most frustrating aspects of visiting a new town without tram service is that bus-only cities and villages often have confusing bus routes, with maps that change frequently without notice. It’s also very easy for politicians and transportation decision-makers to alter routes as they see fit. When Aarhus in Denmark decided to introduce a tram-train system, I completely changed my opinion about this remarkable city. Everyone worldwide should recognize that this duo-tramway system is a superior alternative to traditional local trains. Smaller infrastructure can be much more cost-effective, flexible, and efficient. Tram-trains, such as those in Karlsruhe, Germany, or Den Haag in the Netherlands, or the new system in Oregon, Denmark, are perfect examples. They are among the most flexible and economical transit options a city or town can have. In Aarhus, Denmark, and the surrounding Jutland area, which has a population of approximately 256,000, traffic issues prompted the city to expand its network. The first section opened in 2017 and has been a remarkable success because these tram-trains operate in dual mode—they run at tramway speeds within the city center and local train speeds outside the city. In the city center, they follow tram rules, while outside, they operate like local trains, requiring passengers to change. Some stops outside the city center are signal-request only; if no one is at the platform, the tram-train doesn't stop. Once leaving the city, speeds double, and you hardly notice the difference from a traditional local train. The key feature is that all stations are accessible for strollers and wheelchair users—no stairs needed, making it accessible and convenient for everyone. This successful light rail system is an example other cities worldwide should follow. The entire network makes it easy for residents on the outskirts of Aarhus to get quickly to the city center or across town. The two-line light rail tramway network offers residents numerous options. As more people use it, the network has become a significant source of income, demonstrating its value. Overall, this project shows a commitment to protecting the environment and creating attractive cities. Share this video with anyone interested in political and urban planning topics, highlighting how tram-train light rail systems are cost-effective, costing about half of what a traditional local train system would. Subscribe and share this video. Help save the planet, let towns breathe more, and direct funds toward making cities more appealing. Check out www.distrita.com for more content, created by Trond Grindbolt and Meehaul Bergsith since 2009. We hope you enjoy watching this type of content.By Dirk Diekmann - July 19, 2020.

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Dokk1 station (2025)You don't have to go very far from Aarhus Central Station before you find one of the beautiful pearls of the Jutland capital, namely Dokken or Dokk1 as it is called. Dokk1 is a large multi-storey building that, among other things, contains Scandinavia's largest library and opened in 2015 and also helped make Aarhus a joint European Capital of Culture in 2017 together with Cypriot Pafos🇨🇾 and now coming to the train traffic, Dokk1 is also part of Aarhus Light Rail when the station opened in December 2017 and it was precisely at Dokk1 that Denmark's first light rail was inaugurated, so in a way you can say that Dokk1 is also the country's oldest light rail station if you look at the operation, before Dokk1 was built, there was a step on the Grenaa Line at the same location called Europaplads which was in operation between 1979 and 2005 and here was Aarhus harbor where it was not very far to the ferry port where you could take the ferry to Samsø, Sjællands Odde, Norway, and Sweden, you can still take the ferry from Aarhus to Zealand, but out of the container port because something Dokk1 has also helped to do is move the industrial port out of the city where the old port has also been converted into the Aarhus Ø district, but can still take the ferry from the old area with the fast ferry Lilleøre to Samsø, Dokk1 is worth visiting and it is also easy because there are 5-6 departures between Aarhus H and Dokk1 in each direction 3/4 of the day (during rush hour up to 10 departures).By Mikkel på Zugfahrt - August 3, 2025.

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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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Watch out for the light rail, it's a test drive (2017)Aarhus Light Rail has just begun test runs in Aarhus. We spoke with director Claus Reld Mosehøj about these test runs. We are now conducting on-site tests. Our supplier is currently testing the fog system. They are testing the infrastructure, and in July, we will proceed to the first phase of our trial run. This involves testing timetables, our operating organization, and all the drivers who will control the traffic. We then test the entire system, and just before the official launch, we enter a formal test period. During this period, we run the timetable for about 14 days, then start taking passengers. How long is a train like this? We have one here. It is 32 meters long. We are buying two types. One is the biobar you see here, and the other is a Tango, which is a bit longer at 39 meters. These are some sizable vehicles, weighing between 42 and 50 tons without passengers. When passengers board, they weigh about 50 tons. Yes, yes. How many trains do we have? We are purchasing 14. They are a type of tram capable of reaching up to 80 km/h, mainly seen on the Odderbanen and throughout central Aarhus. The other type, the Tango, can reach speeds up to 100 km per hour. When you look at them, you notice some differences; the larger one is a bit more elongated. It has fewer doors per meter of running length, but they still resemble each other, showing their family resemblance. I'm not sure, but overall, 26 are larger, and 14 are smaller. How many passengers can each train carry? As for the operational schedule, we expect there to be a train in the workshop in reserve at all times; the rest, approximately 24 trains, will run continuously. That's quite a number. Some trains will operate during morning rush hours, then fewer during midday when traffic is lighter. In the afternoon, we run coupled trains and then manage the entire fleet again. Nearly all trains are in use daily. Someone mentioned to me recently, when I was in that area, that it's pretty wild, and wondered if a railing would be erected to prevent access to the track. Not really, because this isn't a railway. We learned from railways that trains run automatically with the aid of fences and barriers. This is a light rail system that interacts with other traffic at the harbor. We've worked to make it blend into the cityscape, changing zones where walking or passing is allowed but not stopping. This makes the train a new type of road user, similar to bicycles and cars. Aarhus needs to get used to this. Yes, we all need to adapt, especially when crossing areas where the train appears unexpectedly. We also need to learn to use Havnepladsen fully. I've noticed that many people have started frequenting the area, drawn to the new fountain and the view of the dock; it's becoming an integral part of Aarhus. The area involves different traffic flows. For instance, drivers can't risk staying in the left lane when they need to turn left. Instead, they remain in the middle of the railway, like at the Øringe Rade intersection. The light rail operates in three ways: on the harborfront, where it runs independently; from Randersvej and Nørrebrogade, where it runs separately but still shares the road with other traffic; and in certain areas, bicycles, pedestrians, and cars cross the tracks, requiring extra caution. When cars swerve left, a train might come from the opposite direction, but usually, drivers adhere to traffic laws. Still, if someone tries to keep pace or run a red light, they risk being overtaken from behind. It's essential to respect these rules. We have two methods to produce sound.By atvdenmark - July 5, 2017.

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