Marc van der Lee
@marcvanderlee.bsky.social
Train nerd & fan of theme parks 🚄🎢
🎓 Planologie / Urban planning
Treinrondreis.nl
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🎓 Planologie / Urban planning
Treinrondreis.nl
🇳🇱🇺🇦🇪🇺
Iryo is set to accept Interrail passes from 1 April this year. That is great news! Hopefully their friends/owners at Trenitalia decide to do the same for their Paris-Lyon-Milan/Marseile trains..
January 25, 2025 at 9:48 AM
Iryo is set to accept Interrail passes from 1 April this year. That is great news! Hopefully their friends/owners at Trenitalia decide to do the same for their Paris-Lyon-Milan/Marseile trains..
If you want to travel a longer distance by train and/or ferry but aren't sure how to book or plan it? Let me know! And also let me know if you have any thoughts on my trip! 😁
January 14, 2025 at 1:46 AM
If you want to travel a longer distance by train and/or ferry but aren't sure how to book or plan it? Let me know! And also let me know if you have any thoughts on my trip! 😁
According to them, a comparable train journey would have emitted about 50 kg of CO2. More than 4x lower. That rougly corresponds with this graph. Interestingly, a ferry scores even lower. Combined with the shorter distance the ferry takes, my trip from Göteborg likely emitted less than 35kg of CO2.
January 14, 2025 at 1:25 AM
According to them, a comparable train journey would have emitted about 50 kg of CO2. More than 4x lower. That rougly corresponds with this graph. Interestingly, a ferry scores even lower. Combined with the shorter distance the ferry takes, my trip from Göteborg likely emitted less than 35kg of CO2.
And what about sustainability? For the flight, EcoPassenger calcukates that a direct flight emits about 145kg CO2 per passenger. But since emissions on high altitude have a bigger influence on the climate, they say 210-215kg CO2 is more realistic for a good comparison.
January 14, 2025 at 1:25 AM
And what about sustainability? For the flight, EcoPassenger calcukates that a direct flight emits about 145kg CO2 per passenger. But since emissions on high altitude have a bigger influence on the climate, they say 210-215kg CO2 is more realistic for a good comparison.
Eventually, the delay built up a bit more and arrival time in Amsterdam was just before 19h, a little less than 1,5 hours later than originally planned. Good new was that this allowed me to get a compensation of 25% of the ticket price, which earned me back my curry and beers on the ICE.
January 14, 2025 at 1:18 AM
Eventually, the delay built up a bit more and arrival time in Amsterdam was just before 19h, a little less than 1,5 hours later than originally planned. Good new was that this allowed me to get a compensation of 25% of the ticket price, which earned me back my curry and beers on the ICE.
While my original last transfer was in Duisburg. The missed cinnection in Hamburg meant that it was now faster to head out in Osnabrück and catch the IC from Berlin on its way to Amsterdam.
But due to a technical faillure, that train was eventually cancelled and replaced by another train.
But due to a technical faillure, that train was eventually cancelled and replaced by another train.
January 14, 2025 at 1:18 AM
While my original last transfer was in Duisburg. The missed cinnection in Hamburg meant that it was now faster to head out in Osnabrück and catch the IC from Berlin on its way to Amsterdam.
But due to a technical faillure, that train was eventually cancelled and replaced by another train.
But due to a technical faillure, that train was eventually cancelled and replaced by another train.
After the snow blanket diceded to glide down a bit more, I enjoyed the views on the German countryside. The vegetarian curry and beer that I ordered added to the experience. Sadly, tap beer will disappear from the ICE's soon. I decided to have another one, to make a point. :)
January 14, 2025 at 1:18 AM
After the snow blanket diceded to glide down a bit more, I enjoyed the views on the German countryside. The vegetarian curry and beer that I ordered added to the experience. Sadly, tap beer will disappear from the ICE's soon. I decided to have another one, to make a point. :)
Luckily, the other side had better views. Always make sure to check the right side of the train when approaching Hamburg Hauptbahnhof from the North!
January 14, 2025 at 1:18 AM
Luckily, the other side had better views. Always make sure to check the right side of the train when approaching Hamburg Hauptbahnhof from the North!
My train was an ICE 4 towards Basel SBB. I really like this train. It offers a lot of capacity and while some say the seats aren't great, I personally like them.
I did find out the true reason why German high speed trains are called ICE, however..
I did find out the true reason why German high speed trains are called ICE, however..
January 14, 2025 at 1:18 AM
My train was an ICE 4 towards Basel SBB. I really like this train. It offers a lot of capacity and while some say the seats aren't great, I personally like them.
I did find out the true reason why German high speed trains are called ICE, however..
I did find out the true reason why German high speed trains are called ICE, however..
I decided to leave the S-Bahn at Hamburg-Altona. That is the station where most ICE trains from Hamburg originate. Altona might not be as impressive, but it is a much nicer station in my opinion. There are plenty of shops, and trains usually open doors at least 20 minutes before departure.
January 14, 2025 at 1:18 AM
I decided to leave the S-Bahn at Hamburg-Altona. That is the station where most ICE trains from Hamburg originate. Altona might not be as impressive, but it is a much nicer station in my opinion. There are plenty of shops, and trains usually open doors at least 20 minutes before departure.
I had to continue my journey by S-Bahn.
My original transfer in Hamburg Hauptbahnhof would be missed, that was certain. While Hamburg Hauptbahnhof is an impressive station, and in fact the bsuiest in Germany, I am not a big fan. It can be very crowded.
My original transfer in Hamburg Hauptbahnhof would be missed, that was certain. While Hamburg Hauptbahnhof is an impressive station, and in fact the bsuiest in Germany, I am not a big fan. It can be very crowded.
January 14, 2025 at 1:18 AM
I had to continue my journey by S-Bahn.
My original transfer in Hamburg Hauptbahnhof would be missed, that was certain. While Hamburg Hauptbahnhof is an impressive station, and in fact the bsuiest in Germany, I am not a big fan. It can be very crowded.
My original transfer in Hamburg Hauptbahnhof would be missed, that was certain. While Hamburg Hauptbahnhof is an impressive station, and in fact the bsuiest in Germany, I am not a big fan. It can be very crowded.
The regional train to Hamburg offered nice views on the snowy landscaped of Schleswig-Holstein. The same snow also caused problems on the tracks, however. After building up a delay due to signalling problems, our train was eventually stopped at Pinneberg, just outside Hamburg.
January 14, 2025 at 1:18 AM
The regional train to Hamburg offered nice views on the snowy landscaped of Schleswig-Holstein. The same snow also caused problems on the tracks, however. After building up a delay due to signalling problems, our train was eventually stopped at Pinneberg, just outside Hamburg.
The walk to the station in Kiel is about 10 minutes. Since I had 40 minutes, I decided to waive the Stena Germanica goodby and spot the incoming Color Line from Oslo. I then went to the station, where my train arrived soon after.
January 14, 2025 at 1:18 AM
The walk to the station in Kiel is about 10 minutes. Since I had 40 minutes, I decided to waive the Stena Germanica goodby and spot the incoming Color Line from Oslo. I then went to the station, where my train arrived soon after.
The snow had followed us from Sweden, which became very clear when leaving the ship. While cold, the snow made the arrival in Germany extra magical!
January 14, 2025 at 1:18 AM
The snow had followed us from Sweden, which became very clear when leaving the ship. While cold, the snow made the arrival in Germany extra magical!
Due to a technical problem with the foot bridge in Kiel, all foot passengers had to leave the ship via the car deck. All train passengers, including myself, were invited to leave the ship first so we would not miss our connections. That's a nice move Stena, thanks!
January 14, 2025 at 1:18 AM
Due to a technical problem with the foot bridge in Kiel, all foot passengers had to leave the ship via the car deck. All train passengers, including myself, were invited to leave the ship first so we would not miss our connections. That's a nice move Stena, thanks!
A much nicer option is the Stena Line ferry between Göteborg and Kiel in Germany. I personally love ferries. They are comfortable and spacious. Have a drink at the bar, enjoy the views from the deck. Then enjoy dinner in the restaurant, check out the on board shop and watch a movie in your cabin.
January 14, 2025 at 1:18 AM
A much nicer option is the Stena Line ferry between Göteborg and Kiel in Germany. I personally love ferries. They are comfortable and spacious. Have a drink at the bar, enjoy the views from the deck. Then enjoy dinner in the restaurant, check out the on board shop and watch a movie in your cabin.
After arriving in Göteborg, I had about 2 hours of transfer time. More than enough time to enjoy a nice walk through this amazing city.
My next travel mode was waiting on the other side of the city. A nice bonus was that my Västtraffik ticket was valid on the tram as well.
My next travel mode was waiting on the other side of the city. A nice bonus was that my Västtraffik ticket was valid on the tram as well.
January 14, 2025 at 1:18 AM
After arriving in Göteborg, I had about 2 hours of transfer time. More than enough time to enjoy a nice walk through this amazing city.
My next travel mode was waiting on the other side of the city. A nice bonus was that my Västtraffik ticket was valid on the tram as well.
My next travel mode was waiting on the other side of the city. A nice bonus was that my Västtraffik ticket was valid on the tram as well.
The train first rides over the Kinnekulle line, a single track railway line (max speed 100km/h) which connects Lidköping and Mariestad with Göteborg in the West and Örebro in the East.
The views are nice, especially after Herrljunga, where the train enters the Western Main Line.
The views are nice, especially after Herrljunga, where the train enters the Western Main Line.
January 14, 2025 at 1:18 AM
The train first rides over the Kinnekulle line, a single track railway line (max speed 100km/h) which connects Lidköping and Mariestad with Göteborg in the West and Örebro in the East.
The views are nice, especially after Herrljunga, where the train enters the Western Main Line.
The views are nice, especially after Herrljunga, where the train enters the Western Main Line.
First, I took a Västtågen train from Lidköping to Göteborg. These cinnect the two cities about five times per day under normal circumstances, but there are also options with a tranfer, usually in Herrljunga.
January 14, 2025 at 1:18 AM
First, I took a Västtågen train from Lidköping to Göteborg. These cinnect the two cities about five times per day under normal circumstances, but there are also options with a tranfer, usually in Herrljunga.
Last week I traveled from Lidköping in Sweden to Amsterdam in the Netherlands. Since I am on a no-fly streak, I decided to continue this way and traveled the slow but nice way. Here is how it went:
January 14, 2025 at 1:18 AM
Last week I traveled from Lidköping in Sweden to Amsterdam in the Netherlands. Since I am on a no-fly streak, I decided to continue this way and traveled the slow but nice way. Here is how it went:
Actually, most Shinkansens go much slower on average than 250. This ICE does 150km/h since the route is about 1.200km.
I agree that this train should be faster and the French part of the journey shows that this is possible. But it does not rank too bad compared to many other lines, including Japan
I agree that this train should be faster and the French part of the journey shows that this is possible. But it does not rank too bad compared to many other lines, including Japan
December 26, 2024 at 12:05 PM
Actually, most Shinkansens go much slower on average than 250. This ICE does 150km/h since the route is about 1.200km.
I agree that this train should be faster and the French part of the journey shows that this is possible. But it does not rank too bad compared to many other lines, including Japan
I agree that this train should be faster and the French part of the journey shows that this is possible. But it does not rank too bad compared to many other lines, including Japan
To be fair, on that date the train costs much less too, 60 2nd class and 70 1st class. If you count in the transfers to get to and from Brandenburg and Charles de Gaulle airports and you consider that the train allows much more luggage, I would say it is a better deal than the Easyjet. :)
December 18, 2024 at 7:35 PM
To be fair, on that date the train costs much less too, 60 2nd class and 70 1st class. If you count in the transfers to get to and from Brandenburg and Charles de Gaulle airports and you consider that the train allows much more luggage, I would say it is a better deal than the Easyjet. :)