The capital’s new light rail was celebrated with music, food, and a quiz at several of the stops on sunday morning. The light rail is expected to transport 14 million passengers annually by 2031.

It's become expensive and delayed, but now it's here: the capital's new light rail

The Movding family, who secured a spot right at the front closest to the green light rail. Foto: Jens Dresling
The Movding family, who secured a spot right at the front closest to the green light rail. Foto: Jens Dresling
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»Hold on tight«, says a light rail employee in a green vest to the nearest passengers around him. Silently, the train begins to move, causing a slight jolt among the passengers on board. The scent of newness fills the air, a mix of plastic and freshly upholstered seats, enticing one to try out the gray chairs. Outside, the next passengers wave, waiting for the next departure.

Ishøj was dressed in green Sunday morning, as families, seniors, and train enthusiasts gathered around the brand-new tracks.

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