High Speed Trains

Description

The high speed railways of France, dominated by the iconic TGV Duplex, are brought to life in the breathtaking new Ligne Grande Vitesse: Marseille Saint-Charles to Avignon-TGV route for Train Simulator. Opened in 2001, the LGV Mediterranee is operated by SNCF with TGV Duplex high speed trains, operating on the 25kV AC catenary system, capable of reaching 320 km/h. These revolutionary high speed trains slashed journey times to the South coast of France with TGVs now handling the vast majority of all journeys in France, covering some 750 km (470 miles) in around 3 hours - faster than some domestic airlines. The line serves a total of 4 stations, featuring three purpose-built structures, the Gare de Valence TGV, a uniquely built multi-level station allowing easy transfer between the high speed and local services, Gare d'Avignon TGV, made popular by its close proximity to Avignon city centre and Gare d'Aix-en-Provence TGV, allowing easy travel into the north of Marseille and Marseille Airport, accessible by regular bus services. The final station is Marseille-Saint-Charles - a terminus station previously built to serve the surrounding area and the French Riviera, access to this station is via the classic French main lines.

• 105km (65 mile) LGV route from Marseille Saint-Charles and Avignon TGV
• Stunning southern France scenery, including numerous tunnels and high speed viaducts
• Locomotive yard at Marseille
• TGV Duplex in SNCF livery
• Scenarios for the route
• Quick Drive compatible
• Download size: 1,300 mb