Orlyval
Orlyval is an automated shuttle service in Paris, France, which connects Antony, a station on the RER B line, to the Orly Airport. Here are some key details about Orlyval:
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Operation: Orlyval is operated by RATP (Régie Autonome des Transports Parisiens), the public transport operator for Paris.
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Opening Date: It was inaugurated on October 2, 1991.
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Route and Length: The line is approximately 7.3 kilometers long with two stops - Antony and Orly Airport. The entire journey takes about 8 minutes.
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Technology: Orlyval uses the VAL (Véhicule Automatique Léger) technology, which is a fully automated, driverless light metro system. This system was developed by Matra Transport International (now part of Siemens).
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Train Frequency: During peak times, trains run approximately every 4 to 7 minutes.
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Passenger Capacity: Each train can carry up to 168 passengers.
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Fares: The fare for a single trip on Orlyval is significantly higher than standard metro fares due to its airport shuttle nature. As of the last update, the fare was part of the airport connection ticket, which includes travel on other transport modes like RER B.
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Controversy: The fare structure has been a point of contention among travelers, with many arguing that the price is too high for the short distance traveled. There have been discussions about integrating it with standard metro fare systems to make it more accessible to all passengers.
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Environmental Impact: Being automated and electric, Orlyval has a relatively low environmental footprint compared to road transport alternatives.
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