Odense Light Rail Part 3 (2023)

YouTube name: My Travels and Trainspotting.
Date: November 15, 2023.
City: Odense (Denmark).

Odense Light Rail
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Odense Light Rail: Tarup Center - Hjallese Station
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Odense low-floor articulated tram 05 "Opdagelsen", manufacturer Stadlerrail Werk Pankow, series 01-16, width 2.65 m, length 42.00 m, manufactured 2020, in the direction of Hjallese Station.

Odense low-floor articulated tram 03 "Forbindelsen", manufacturer Stadlerrail Werk Pankow, series 01-16, width 2.65 m, length 42.00 m, manufactured 2020, in the direction of Tarup Center.

Odense Light Rail is a light rail system in Odense, Denmark. The first phase opened on 28 May 2022. The tramway starts in Tarup, in the northwestern part of Odense, and travels via the central train station, the University of Southern Denmark, and the new hospital before reaching its final destination in Hjallese, in the southernmost part of the city. The first line consists of 14.5 kilometres (9.0 mi) of tracks and has 26 stations. The expected number of passengers is 34,000 daily.

IKEA → Korsløkke → Tarup Center → Hjallese Station → Benedikts Plads → Vestre Stationsvej → Vesterbro → Parkering Odense Syd Park & Ride → Bolbro → Palnatokesvej → Banegården/Central Station → ODEON → Hestehaven → Rosengårdcentret → Idrætsparken, Stadium → Ejerslykke → SDU Syd/Hospital Nord → Albani Torv → Kongensgade → Hospital Syd → Højstrup → Campus → Contex Park → Østerbæksvej → Bilka → SDU/University.

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Odense Light Rail Running through Odense University Hospital (2024)Odense Light RailBy MrLsp123 - October 11, 2024.

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Odense Light Rail in Focus – Modern Transport in H.C. Andersen's City 🚊✨ (2025)🚋 Welcome to Vlog 330 – Odense Light Rail in Focus! ✨ Take an exciting journey through the heart of Odense, where we explore the modern light rail that connects the city's historical charm with today's transport solutions. Info about Odense Light Rail train sets. Stadler Variobahn in Norway and Odense Odense Light Rail Running with Stadler Variobahn light rail trains (low-floor, 100% electric) Standard gauge: 1435 mm Designed for urban and suburban traffic with space for approx. 210 passengers 📍 In this video, we take a closer look at: – The light rail route through Odense – Views from the light rail and the stations – Atmospheric images from H.C. Andersen's city – The city's pulse, architecture and daily life seen from the rails 🌇 Odense Light Rail is not just transport – it is an experience in itself. Perfect for locals and curious travelers alike! 🎥 Recorded: Summer 2025 📌 Location: Odense, Denmark 👉 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share if you love travel and transportation in Denmark!

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Light rail opening in Odense (2022)A few thoughts, feelings, and comments about the Odense Light Rail, which has just opened to the public. What began 15 years ago as an idea with a couple of Christian Democratic parliamentary candidates has now become a reality. Welcome to the opening of the Odense Light Rail on May 28, 2022 here at Odense Banegård so that the Light Rail does not have to run very far after the departure when there is a fking crossing right after the station Then the trip continues into the city in the direction of Jalles and here a new light rail train arrives at Odense Banegårds Station The entire Light Rail is double-tracked so that you have the opportunity to pass each other all the way There is a switch along the way so that it is also possible in the event of operational disruptions and the like to change tracks Here we are on the final Approach as you can call it to the terminus in tup right next to tup Centeret the station was very popular on this premiere day In general, the trains are a little quieter than the typical city buses and you can however experience a slight undulation so to speak when you drive over a switch as you can typically experience at, for example, than the stations like here The train is equipped with pictograms above the entrances that show where you are supposed to drive in with, for example, a stroller, wheelchair or bicycles they are made like this so that the edges of the rails and the island are stacked in the carriages, they have no immediate difference in level so it is easy to get in and out and here a light rail train arrives at the other end of the light rail, namely at Jals station, by the way. Then they weren't quite so busy giving information at the stations. It took quite a while before information about traffic disruptions and similar matters was received. So I'm on my way out to Jalte station, one of the light rail's main stations, and there are already quite a few people waiting for a little bit of track to come. It's free to ride today and until Constitution Day, so that people can try the beast. Now we need to see what the new light rail station is like. The platform is built adjacent to the platform at Halles station, making it easy to walk from the Svendborg Line or to the Svendborg Line. Here, next to the light rail station, I can see a housing association holding an open house for Seden. Some new housing is being built here, where there is also a coffee shop, crayfish, and balloons for the children. So we spent a little bit for a party day out here that was already quite a few people and were waiting in a hurry but fortunately they didn't just have to stand and wait for the train But could actually also look at the trains on the Svendborg Line next door while the Light Rail was of course in place with small marzipan bread for the travelers TV2 was also present and covered the event inside the train there was live music in some of the trains I think the trains were well visited This day and inside the seats are also indicated with pictograms Which seats are for example fern for walking difficulties pregnant women for Prams wheelchairs bicycles so it is easy for the travelers to find their way around These are the pictograms you see up here on the windows But how was the delay so Well as I said before So they had such a good comfortable ride there is of course just a little Slinger swing when you drive through a switch and island otherwise they actually drive quite nicely and more relaxed than the city bus line otherwise the seats Yes so it is very thinly padded so it is not one you have to sit in for very long another thing where you I can see that this is not a train that is intended for long journeys, despite the fact that the journey from Odense railway station to, for example, the hospital or the university may actually be a little longer. Oh, it's that there were actually no sockets for charging mobile phones and other smart devices, as you see more and more in public transport. I think it might be a good idea to address at least some of the issues with the seats, but they have chosen not to do so in the Odense light rail train. Here, we see a glimpse of the Light Rail near Hjallese.By The Travelling Drone - May 28, 2022.

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Did you miss the light rail? Here are highlights from the light rail opening (2022)The opening marked the culmination of more than ten years of work, and several thousand Funen residents participated in the celebration when the light rail finally ran from Hjallese Station on Saturday, May 28, 2022. Here are a few of the highlights from the day that went straight into the history books.By TV 2 Fyn - May 30, 2022.

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A trip on the Odense Light Rail (2024)We have created a series where we drive around all stops. Currently, we are working on a series focusing on all S2 stops, and today we plan to visit all stops without the light rail. Our next stop is Parking Odense Syd, situated near the light rail workshop and offering ample parking spaces. As expected, the station also features a waiting room. Next, we will visit Hospital Syd, or is that really all there is? Our actual next stop is SDU Syd Hospital Nord, the first of the three light rail stops on the Odense campus. After that, we will head to Bilka, located near the Global Supermarket, then to IKEA, which is nearby. Our next stop is Rosengårdscentret, which is close by. Rosengårdscentret was the first light rail station, used to test signs and information boards. Then, we will go to Klynge, where an extension of the Light Rail down Ejbygade to Voldsmose is possible. The next stop is one of the narrowest sections on the Light Rail, where the platforms and tracks are narrower, and cycle paths have been completely removed. Moving on, we will visit Albanitorv, where the inauguration party was held just over two years ago. The next stop is Odense Banegård, which still features its old station building beside the current one. Then, we will stop at Vesterbro, where the Light Rail could potentially extend its tracks to Odense SU. Our next stop is Bøgersborg, which has one of the few track lanes. After that, we head to Idrætsparken, which has an extra track to accommodate additional trains during concerts and football matches. Finally, after 26 stops, we arrive at Tarup Center, the last stop on the Light Rail line. There are 16 Light Rail trains in total, each named individually, and two of them will be painted pink for a period of two months.By Elias Sode Karup - July 2, 2024.

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Parking Odense South station (2024)Information: City: Odense Address: Søndre Hospitalsvej 24T Line: L Operation: Odense Light Rail Neighboring stations: To the west: Hesthaven To the east: Hospital Syd ABOUT VIDEO SUGGESTIONS I am completely open to suggestions for places to go and see trains. Train videos should preferably be in Zealand or the capital area. I can be followed here: YouTube channel: / @gustavharpse2993 Discord Server: / discord Instagram: / gustavharpsoe Everything on this channel may not be used without permission from Gustav and credit. If you have questions regarding things, you can contact me on either discord or instagram.By Gustav Harpsøe - July 27, 2024.

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Inauguration of Odense Light Rail (2022)Odense light rail was inaugurated on 28 May 2022, and the first train with passengers ran from the station called Parkering Odense Syd, which is located east of Hjallese. The Odense light rail was expected to open at the end of 2020, but the coronavirus and other longer-lasting issues were not in place. In contrast to the Aarhus light rail, the Odense light rail first waited for approval before announcing an opening date. And it must be said that it was a good solution, so that you did not end up with a cancellation at the last minute. In this film, we see clips from the opening day, information about the design, and a bit of history from Odense Sporveje. Today is May 28, 2022. I am at Hjallese Station, on my way to the Park & Ride facility south of Odense. I won a seat on Odense Letbane's first passenger train, which departs at 10:45 a.m. The trip is non-stop to Tarup, where the mayor and the Minister of Transport will board for the return trip. The first passenger light rail train left from the Odense Syd parking station, east of Hjallese. This station houses the light rail workshop, operated by Keolis, which also manages light rail in Odense and Aarhus. Odense light rail was scheduled to open at the end of 2020, but delays caused by the coronavirus and other long-term approvals pushed back the opening. Unlike Aarhus light rail, Odense waited for approval before announcing an opening date. This proved to be a good decision, preventing last-minute cancellations. At 10:20, the first light rail train in Odense arrived at the platform at the Park & Ride facility, ready to depart with passengers. - I recommend passengers stand up and hold onto the brackets and handrails until they get used to the train's rhythm. On the way to Tarup, I’ll share a little about the design of the new light rail. My name is Janik Frithioff, and I am a graphic designer at Odense Light Rail, where I have worked since 2017, contributing to station and train designs. We're here on train set number 01, named Brunneren. You can see it’s a very bright train with inviting colors, creating a cozy atmosphere, complemented by clear signage. This includes displays and signage along the train. The seats are made of cotton from Kvadrat in Ebeltoft, and the handrails are very visible, painted in subtle colors that won’t pollute the design. Several measures have been taken to make the train appear simple, inviting, and warm. The colors of Odense—sidewalks and buildings—are all warm tones, reflecting the city's palette. The color of our train represents Odense but is intentionally distinct from the cityscape. For blending in, darker colors are used, like the black overhead power poles, whereas the train's light color makes it stand out. We chose green for the emergency door opener—one of the few places in Denmark where this color is used to symbolize an emergency exit, aligning with requirements that emergency signs be green, even though German standards for train construction have red. We investigated and received approval to make it green, which indicates an emergency exit rather than a fire hazard. All communication in our trains and stations is in Danish and English. Our call center has a direct line to stations offering English translation. Signage and announcements are bilingual. The seats are soft and comfortable, unlike the hard seats found in metros or other transit modes. We prioritize quality to give citizens a better experience, even on short trips. We believe in providing high-class public transportation with comfortable seating, smooth rides, and an attractive visual environment. The trains also have large flex spaces for bicycles and strollers. Initially, these spaces were smaller, with a row of seats removed and replaced by foldable seats to increase capacity for bikes, wheelchairs, and prams. Then we arrived in Tarup Center, where many passengers were gathering for the first official train departure. Here, both the mayor and the Minister of Transport boarded for the return trip, with small inauguration ceremonies at each station, where ribbons were cut. At Albani Torv, many people waited for the first two trains arriving simultaneously. - It was fantastic. Lots of happy people. - Silent? - At least, there was only happiness. After that, the last ribbon was cut. And afterward, H.C. Andersen welcomed everyone to the City of Fairy Tales. In ancient fairy tales, the poet writes, "YES!" In millennia, they will come.By Kennys Film - May 28, 2022.

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The first months of track work in Odense (2019)The work to build the light rail in Odense is in full swing, and in several places in the city the track is now fading out. Here are some pictures from the first months of track work.By Odense Letbane - April 30, 2019.

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The light rail test runs from Hjallese to the IKEA station (2021)In weeks 5 and 6, the light rail ran for the first time from the operation and maintenance center in Hjallese to IKEA Station on Ørbækvej. It took place at a walking pace and was a so-called "line check", where all conditions on the track and interactions with trains, signals, etc., were checked by a large contingent of personnel. However, the test runs will soon kick into gear when the light rail drivers need to be trained. And later in the spring, the test run will be extended to the entire light rail section.By Odense Letbane - February 12, 2021.

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Oden to Odense (2022)On May 28, 2022, the Odense Light Rail was inaugurated. On that occasion, an updated version of Ode to Odense was performed by Sanne Gryholt and Nalle on the big stage at Flakhaven in Odense.By Arne Lund - June 13, 2022.

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