First use of the 42-meter light rail: Jena-Nord gets new route

First use of the 42-meter light rail: Jena-Nord gets new route

New light railway in Jena-Nord: A step towards modernized local transport

On Tuesday, July 30, 2024, there was an important moment for public transport in Jena. For the first time, a 42 meter long light railway on the Newly developed route between the Altenburger Straße and Zwatzen stops was put into operation. This event not only marks the end of the track work, but also shows the commitment of the Jena Stadtwerke for the improvement and modernization of public transport.

sustainability and user -friendliness in focus

The introduction of the new light railway is in line with a trend that aims at sustainable and efficient design of traffic. Jena wants to increase the attractiveness of local public transport and thus not only reduce pollution, but also promote the mobility of the citizens. The impressive 42-meter model offers more space and is therefore a welcome renovation for all passengers.

re -commissioning of the tram lines

With the Lichtbahn test run, the regular traffic of the trams of lines 1 and 4 will be resumed from Thursday, August 1, 2024. The trams then run back from Lobeda-West to Zwatzen and back, which sets the temporary rail replacement traffic. This is an important step towards normalizing public transport and improving the connection between different districts.

and take with you: Useful information for the citizens

• Current timetables are available both via the app Meinjena and on the website www.stadtwerke-jena.de/ahverkehr as well as at the stops.
• The VMT phone is available for questions on 0361 19449.

conclusion: Another step towards modern mobility

The commissioning of the light railway in Jena-Nord is an expression of progress and the city's willingness to innovate. The improved infrastructure not only meets the current requirements, but also prepares the way for future developments in the area of local public transport. With advanced technology and a clear focus on user -friendliness and sustainability, Jena becomes a pioneer in modern mobility.

- Nag