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The U1: Vienna's oldest subway with the most place names!
Discover the history and significance of the U1 subway line in Vienna, which connects six districts, including Leopoldau.
The U1: Vienna's oldest subway with the most place names!
A look under the city's lines: Vienna's subway system not only has a long and eventful history, but also a remarkable present. The U1 is the oldest and longest subway line in the federal capital and stretches an impressive 19.2 kilometers. With 24 stations, it connects the districts of Floridsdorf, Donaustadt, Leopoldstadt, Innere Stadt, Wieden and Favoriten. The average travel time from one end of the line to the other is 34 minutes - perfect for those who want to get from A to B quickly.
It is worth knowing that the U1 is famous not only for its length, but also for the number of “spaces” in the station names. An example is the stationKagraner Platz, which opened in 2006 and is named after a former village from 1904. This place is historically interesting as the name was mentioned in a document as “Chagaran” as early as 1199. From here it is only five stops to Leopoldau and seven toNestroyplatz, which was named after the important playwright Johann Nepomuk Nestroy.
The U1 train connections
The U1 timetable is tailored to the needs of passengers. Trains run every 5 to 7 minutes, and the service is increased especially during peak times. Anyone who takes the subway on a weekday can catch the first trainsLeopoldau at 4:51 a.mand offOberlaa at 4:57 a.mto use. The last trains leave the stations at12:06 a.mor around12:13 a.m. The U1 remains constantly available to its passengers even on weekends.
Special transfer options are available at stations such asStephansplatz, where there is a connection to several lines and to St. Stephen's Cathedral. This station lies up to 21 meters below the famous cathedral and houses parts of the 13th century Virgil Chapel, which were discovered during construction work. Also that oneSweden Square, named as a gesture to Swedish support after the First World War, offers numerous transfer options.
Historical development
The history of the Vienna subway, which began with the construction of the U1 in the 1970s, is fascinating. The first section between Reumannplatz and Karlsplatz was opened in 1978. This is considered the beginning of the modern era of the Vienna subway. Since then, the network has been continuously expanded. The youngest section of the routeReumannplatz to Oberlaawas onDecember 2, 2017inaugurated. With the progress of the city and the growing demands on public transport, U5 planning until 2028 is also being considered.
In summary, it can be said that the U1 not only acts as the transport policy backbone of Vienna, but also carries a piece of the city's history. The dense connections, the numerous transfer options and the historic stations make this line an indispensable part of urban life in Vienna.
If you would like to find out more about the Vienna subway, you can visit the website Vienna lines and the History Wiki provide comprehensive information.