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T669 z pociągiem Durrës-Elbasan

4.09.2014. Durrës, T669 z pociągiem osobowym do Elbasan mija chaotyczne zabudowania dzielnicy Shkozet.

Bahnfahrt Tirana-Durres-Elbasan, 28. Juli 2013

Ganz anders als in Westeuropa aber so macht Zugfahren ebenfalls sehr Spass.

NO-ONE Talks about THIS EUROPEAN Train in Albania, Europe

Embark on a rare and eye-opening journey with us on the only passenger train route in Albania, connecting Durrës to Elbasan. This video offers a unique window into a piece of Albania's history, capturing the essence of a train journey that tells a story far beyond its tracks. ????????????

The Train That Time Forgot:
The train route between Durrës and Elbasan is not just a means of transportation; it's a living museum on wheels. Originating from a period when Albania was under communist rule, this train and its carriages bear the marks of time, offering an authentic glimpse into the country's tumultuous past. Despite its dilapidated state, the train remains a vital link for the communities along its path, showcasing the resilience and spirit of the Albanian people.

What Awaits You in This Journey:

Historic Rails: Travel through scenic landscapes and untouched terrains, where each turn reveals stories of a bygone era.
Real-Life Time Capsule: Experience the raw, unfiltered beauty of a train that has weathered the storms of history, still in service despite its evident wear and tear.
A Glimpse into Albanian Life: See firsthand the daily routines and interactions of the locals who rely on this train for their commute, offering insights into the communal lifestyle that still prevails.
The Spirit of Resilience: Understand the significance of this train route in the hearts of the Albanian people, a symbol of endurance and hope amidst challenges.
Join Us on This Historical Journey:
This video is more than just a train ride; it's a journey through time, offering a profound perspective on Albania's history, culture, and the indomitable spirit of its people. Whether you're a history buff, a train enthusiast, or a traveler seeking off-the-beaten-path experiences, this journey is a testament to the stories that shape us.

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Kolej w Albanii. Pociąg Szkodra - Durres [Trains in Albania, 2019]

Filmowy zapis przejazdu pociągiem, który miał miejsce 6 października 2019. Po godzinie 13 udaliśmy się w piękną, ale niezwykle męczącą podróż ze Szkodry do nadmorskiego Durres. Ze względu na stan infrastruktury wykonanie stablinego filmu na pokładzie jest niemal niemożliwe. Stan infrastruktury kolejowej w tym kraju jest dramatyczny.

Opowiadanie Michała Szymajdy, na temat przejazdu przez Albanię pociągiem, można znaleźć tutaj:

A film record of a train journey that took place on October 6, 2019. After 1pm we went on a beautiful, but extremely tiring journey from Shkoder to the seaside Durres. Due to the condition of the infrastructure, making a stable film on board is almost impossible. The state of rail infrastructure in this country is dramatic.

Michał Szymajda's story about traveling through Albania by train can be found here:

T669 Durres Depot (2018)

Description

HSH T669 in Tirana, Durrës, Rrogozhinë, Vlorë, Ballsh (Albania)

Albanian class T669 in year 2011 with following trains, starts with two pictures in Tirana station. On the left side train to Shkoder, on the right to Elbasan.

1. T669.1053 with train to Elbasan in Durres station

2. T669.1061 and 1054 double headed with a midday departure to Tirana in Durres station (T669.1061 runs only till depot Shkozet)

3. T669.1053 with Elbasan train between Durres and Rroghozine

4. T669.1057 with train to Vlora in Rrogozhinë station, changing direction (with a picture in Vlora station)

5. Some impressions of Ballsh station with old chinese carriages. This is the last complete set in Albania. Originally used for passenger train Fier - Ballsh, withdrawn passenger service. Starts with a picture on a level crossing in Fier

Not really a professional video, but maybe of interrest for you.

Albanian Railways, Albania, Eisenbahn Albanien, railroad, Zug, Albanie, Hekurudha Shqiptare, Shqipëria trenit, rail

Reports with pictures:

Albania - There was a train to Pogradeç - 2 -2009

A trip to Pogradeç when the railway was still working, with great images.
Një udhëtim në Pogradeç, kur hekurudha ishte ende dukë punuar, me imazhe të shkëlqyera.
Eine Reise nach Pogradeç als die Eisenbahn noch fuhr, mit tollen Aufnahmen.
Un viaggio a Pogradeç quando c'era ancora la Ferrovia, con belle riprese.
Un voyage à Pogradeç quand le chemin de fer fonctionnait encore, avec de superbes images.

Viaggio in treno da Durazzo a Elbasan

Uno spettacolare viaggio a bordo di vetture tedesche trainate da una locomotiva ceca. Dove siamo? In Albania, ovviamente!
Qui, la ferrovia ha tutto un altro sapore ed è gestita in maniera quantomeno singolare. Noi prenderemo uno dei due treni che ogni giorno dalla stazione di Durazzo partono per Elbasan, quasi 100 km più a est.

Buona visione!

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An amazing journey in a german coaches pulled by a czech engine. Where are we?
In Albania, sure!
Here the railway is old-fashioned and is run in a quite strange way. We catch one of the two daily trains from Durazzo to Elbasan, that is 80 km to the East.

Enjoy it!

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Durres to Elbasan by Train. Albania Trains in 2021. Albanian Railways

Worst Albania trains in 2021. I took riding the only line that is in function, from Durres to Elbasan. Was a long trip From 13.55 to 16.50 because railway roads in Albania are in bad conditions. I was shocked!!!! The train inside is really horrible, dirty, broken windows, but journey was really nice and wired feelings. On the way from Durres to Elbasan, train stops in 5 stations, where someone took the train to go back home. Tickets are very cheap, but when you see how the conditions are, will never travel again.

ps. you can comment and suggest me what you wanna see more from my YouTube channel?!

#railway #durres #train #albania

By train from Pogradec to Durrës Albania 2006

Across Albania by train from Lake Ohrid from Memëlisht (Pogradec) station to the Adriatic coast to the port of Durrës (Durrës) along the now unused section of the line from Memëlisht to Elbasan.

Discovering Albania, in local train from Durrës to Elbasan (2018)

What about traveling in Albania by rail? It's (still) possible, at least in 2018 has been! Let me present you my video shots made in October through the broken window of the local train from Durrës to Elbasan. Like an open air travel, kind of. An interesting one.

The railway network of this relatively less visited country used to be almost 700 kilometers long, but after years of under-investment it fell into disrepair. The rail transport is suffering, all tracks are in a bad shape, some lines are closed. Even the capital city Tirana is now completely cut off from the network, where its only (once main) railway line and the entire station had to give place to a new road and other urban infrastructure and ceased to exist. The rolling stock is falling apart across the country, passenger trains circulate slowly just once a day on each line.

Even so, the rail travel in Albania is a fascinating experience. The most important line is nowadays the one that links the port town of Durrës and inland city Elbasan, only there the passenger trains depart more frequently, twice in each direction. The travel on this roughly 80 kilometers long stretch takes almost three hours. Beyond Elbasan the line is even more scenic, it runs further through high mountains via Librazhd and Prrenjas and south of Shebenik-Jabllanicë National Park towards Lake Ohrid and Pogradec on its shore. Impassable, though. For some years now this picturesque stretch is closed, even if the tracks and numerous bridges are still there (checked).

Without the proper funding all the remaining lines could share the same fate, apparently pretty soon… How did it come to this? Well, no funds obviously, but it is also a question of attitudes and priorities. Privately owned vehicles were banned under Communist rules there, no wonder that right now own cars fascinate more than the ailing public rail transport. As the result, the traffic jams are already visible and growing, solutions will be needed... upgrading the tracks and rolling stock, presumably?

But hey, do you really want to experience Albania? Start with the train travel, as long as you can. Pay less than 2 euro for ticket, get aboard and here the journey begins...

Old Yugoslavian train in Albania

Train leaving the station in Durres.

Albanian train trip from Durrës to Rrogozhinë

Here I am travelling on the railway in Albania, going from the resort of Durres on the Adriatic coast to the town of Rrogozhine, about 37 km to the south east. Durres is the most important railway station in Albania, while Rrogozhine is the junction for trains to Vlore in the south.

The train left Durres at 12:40 pm and arrived in Rrogozhine at 1:51 pm. The fare was 85 Albanian Lek (about 50p). The train stopped at the following stations: Plazh, Golen, Kavaje and Lekaj. This train was advertised as going to Elbasan, although I believe it divided at Rrogozhine, as there was no Vlore train waiting at the station and this train had two locomotives and more carriages than usual.

Albanie, voyage au bout des rails Arte 2019 11 20

Documentaire, en français, présentant les trains circulant en Albanie (Durrës, Shkodër, Elbasan, Fier). Vlorë et Pogradec ne sont plus desservies.

Vues aérienne, par drone, de paysages et villes desservies par le train. Quelques portraits d'albanais, travailleurs ou voyageurs.

Diffusé le 20 novembre 2019 sur Arte: Albanie, voyage au bout des rails

Lancées à basse vitesse, les vieilles locomotives diesel d’Albanie sillonnent le pays sur des tracés à voie unique, qui bordent des lacs scintillants ou empruntent de pittoresques tronçons côtiers. Avec la fermeture de nombreuses lignes de chemin de fer et le développement du transport routier, le pays ne compterait plus que quelque cinquante conducteurs de train qui endossent souvent le rôle de mécanicien.

Albania's Rickety Train

Lots of countries in Europe have fancy, high-speed trains. Albania is not one of them.

Mel and I take a unique train ride from Durres to Shkoder.

Treni Xhiruar Prane Shkembit te Kavajes (D.12.06.2011) Durres Albania

#RubinDPHOTOGRAPHY #Durres #Albania #Treni #Shkembikavajes #Travel #Memoir #TironaAlbania

Mototrain arriving and leaving Shkozet station in Durres Albania

This is a station very close to beach, pople are coming for a swim
August 2019

HSH T669 1047 with train to Durrës in Peqin

Elbasan - Durrës - Kashar

Albania - There was a train to Pogradeç - 1 -2009