Grenoble Light Rail System, France
System:
Population – City/Metropolitan area
154,000/553,000
Ownership
SEMITAG
Brand
TAG
Operator
Transdev
Date Opened
1987
Route Length
34.2km (21.4 miles)
Gauge
1,435mm
Lines
Four
Stations
74 (including shared)
Rolling Stock:
Builder
GEC Alsthom / Alstom / La Rochelle
Vehicle Total – TFS-2
58 (Lines A,C & D)
Vehicle Total – Citadis-402
35 (Lines B & C) +15 on order
Power Supply
750V dc overhead supply
Special Characteristics:
A pioneer in French light rail revival and low-floor operation
Built following 1983 local referendum
Assisted with regeneration of ancient city centre and better suburban connections
Tram-train proposals appear stalled
Mixed fleet of TFS and Citadis trams
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