Reims, France
Just north of downtown the tramway leaves the cobblestone streets and operates in the median of Cours Langlet, using 750v DC current supplied by the underground APS system.
Jack May (August 28, 2013)
Reims, France
Two of the varied colors employed by the Reims tramway are shown in this view at Neufchatel, the system’s northern terminal.
Jack May (August 28, 2013)
Reims, France
The southern end of the line, where we boarded a streetcar after our arrival from Paris. The view is looking north from the Champaign-Ardennes station forecourt. Ramps and stairs connect the two facilities. Note the absence of bumper blocks, something that would not be allowed in the U.S.
Jack May (August 28, 2013)
Reims, France
A view of the commercial center of Reims, where the absence of overhead wires protects the aesthetically sensitive section of the city, while concomitantly supporting it with excellent rail transportation.
Jack May (August 28, 2013)
Reims, France
The Comedie stop at the southern end of the city’s APS operation, where the trams’ pantographs are raised and lowered. Note the end of the overhead wire and the center rails. The tracks going straight at this point constitute a provision for a future second line.
Jack May (August 28, 2013)
Jack May
January 16, 2015
Our first show of 2015 will be presented by legendary photographer Jack May. Jack will show a very interesting and diverse slide presentation on the following subjects:
- Streetcars and Light Rail of North Africa (Tunisia and Algeria): Tunis, Constantine, Algiers, Oran.
- Railways of Switzerland: Zurich, Basel, Bern, and many scenic mountain railways, interurban lines, and two museum operations.
- And if time permits, Mulhouse, France tram-train; Bergen, Norway; and Spain.
Come enjoy the first presentation of 2015! The show will be excellent.