The cable car in Nizhny Novgorod: attractions, address

The modern world does not stand still. Industry is developing, the pace of life is accelerating. In this regard, every person needs to be as mobile as possible. Accordingly, a growing number of car owners who can at any time to go on business and arrive at a designated place much earlier than on public transport ... But here's the paradox: often the more motorists on the roads, the slower they move. And the fault of all, of course, traffic jams. Therefore, in the conditions of a modern city, the organization of alternative transport is so important.

The situation on the roads in Nizhny Novgorod

The cable car in Nizhny Novgorod has long become an urgent necessity. The city is divided into two parts by the Oka River. Traffic jams in the mountainous part, where the entire business center is actually located, is a common thing. And if we take into account that a significant number of workers do not live in Nizhny Novgorod itself, but come every morning from its satellite city Bor, it is clear that the problem with public transport was extremely acute. Constantly functioning only one bridge across the Volga, which during peak hours was fully loaded. In the summer months, it was also possible to use the pontoon bridge, but this did not solve the problem, and he worked intermittently from time to time. Also in the summer between the two cities motor ships cruise, and in the winter - ships on an air cushion. But in the months when the ice becomes or is coming down, the movement along the river becomes more complicated. That's why the "Nizhny Novgorod-Bor" cable car opened in 2012.

History of construction

The cable car in Nizhny Novgorod was conceived in 2007. At this point, the public was represented by its project company from France - Pomagalski. By 2009, the road drawings were completed. At the same time, permission was received for its construction in the Borsk district, and in early 2010 - in Nizhny Novgorod. On January 20, 2010, construction began directly. The ropeway "Nizhny Novgorod - Bor" was due to open in September of the same year. However, the project was finalized, and the start of operation was postponed. Later the terms of the reopened again. But on February 9, 2012 the Nizhny Novgorod cable car took its first passengers. It can not be said that initially it functioned without interruptions. There were also difficulties. So, just a week after the opening, it automatically stopped due to a strong wind. And after 10 days, everything happened again. And as much as 9 times in one day. And on February 29, passengers were suspended in the air for 2 hours because of an emergency stop. But, despite all the difficulties, the cable car in Nizhny Novgorod began to gain popularity, and the number of those who wanted to use it sometimes exceeded its capacity. And by February 2013, more than 1 million people visited it.

Description of the road

The Nizhny Novgorod cable car has a detachable rolling stock. This technology allows you to combine landing safety, passenger comfort, high throughput and good speed. In this case, cabins with a movable cable are transferred by means of special clamps to the cable with a lower speed. When all the passengers take their places, the booth again accelerates and is attached to the main cable. If compared with other vehicles of this type, the uncoupled cabs have an undoubted advantage in terms of the convenience of boarding-disembarking passengers. So, the uninhibited system moves at a constant speed both on the route and at the stations, i.e., passengers do not go in and out very conveniently. In this regard, to increase the speed of movement along the road is impossible, since a safe landing-disembarkation at speeds above 4-5 km / h becomes impossible. In that case, it would take about an hour to get from one city to another through the Volga. An alternative would be a pendulum cable car. However, its device assumes only two cabs - one in each side. They, of course, will stop at the terminal station, but the capacity will be almost zero. And in the rush hour such a device does not solve the transport problem. As you can see, the cable car in Nizhny could only be detachable, such a progressive solution is optimal for a large city.

The total length of the road is 3661 m. At the same time on the highway from Nizhny Novgorod to Bohr it would have to overcome 27 km. By the time passengers spend about 12.5 minutes on the road. Accordingly, the speed of movement is 14-22 km / h. 56 cabs run all the way. Each room can accommodate up to 8 people. This type of transport can carry up to 1000 people per hour. There is no wired connection in the cabins. Equipped with rechargeable batteries with autonomous lighting and radio warning of passengers. The road stops its work in a strong wind - more than 19 m / s.

Support at the road 10, height difference - 62 meters. In addition, the Nizhny Novgorod cable car does not have any support for 882 meters above the Volga. Such systems are no longer in any country in the world, only Nizhny Novgorod was distinguished. Attractions (cable car) of this level can rightfully enter the Guinness Book of Records. And such proposals have already been made. Well, and in the Book of Records of Europe it is already brought in by this fact.

Travel in the city of Nizhny Novgorod. Sightseeing, cable car

If, for example, in Moscow, the cable car (Vorobyovy Gory) is, rather, an entertainment complex, which, as a rule, has recreational functions, its main purpose is to transport passengers to work, study, visit and, accordingly, back . That is, the goals here are purely practical.

But is it worth to say that a trip on a cable car and here too can be considered a romantic walk? It begins at the edge of the bank of the Volga. The station "Nizhegorodskaya" has the most modern look, almost like that of the Swiss ski resorts. Short-term adrenaline rush can be felt during acceleration and attachment to the main cable. And suddenly - a sharp precipice and beautiful Volga under your feet. A steep precipice is passing by, on which ski slopes are clearly visible in winter. As in the palm of your hand you can see the Ascension Monastery of Pechersk and the embankment of the Rowing Canal. But the judicial tower of the Rowing Canal already appeared. And around - the vast expanses of the most important Russian river, which at some point is united with another beauty - Oka. And the fishermen below are like tiny dots waiting for good luck. Even an ordinary trip to work turns into a small adventure. The height is almost not felt, the cab swims gently and gives an unforgettable impression.

Operating mode

This mode of transport is available for residents and visitors every day. From Monday to Thursday, the cable car in the Lower City operates from 6.45 am to 9 pm. On Friday and Saturday, the time is extended by one hour - until 22.00. And on holidays and Sunday, the movement starts at 9 am and ends at 22.00. On Monday and Thursday there are technical breaks: from 10.45 to 13.00.

Cost of travel

One trip will cost travelers 70 rubles. It is also possible to purchase tickets.

• 20 days there is a ticket for 10 trips. It costs 670 rubles.
• 20 trips will cost 1280 rubles. Such a travel document will be valid for 40 days.
• 1860 rubles - the price of 30 trips and a ticket for 60 days.
• Also 60 days will be valid for 48 trips. It will cost passengers 2,880 rubles.

In addition, when buying a travel document, a one-time fee of 50 rubles is charged - the collateral value of the card. This money can be returned if you return it to the cashier (must be a check) within 90 days after the last operation.

Reduced tickets

Students of universities, technical schools, schools, students on full-time form, can get preferential travel cards. They last for a month. The cost depends on the number of trips:

• 350 rubles - 10 trips;
• 700 rubles - 20 trips;
• 1050 rub. - 30 trips;
• 1680 rubles - 48 trips.

However, during the holidays (from June 15 to August 31) preferential tickets are not sold, the trip is possible only on general grounds.

Promotions

Very beautiful Nizhny Novgorod. The cable car, a photo of which can be seen in this article, allows you to admire them almost from the height where the birds fly by. In addition, the management of this transport network periodically holds promotions to encourage its passengers. Thus, a hundred thousandth and a millionth passenger were encouraged. So to say, the first anniversary of the cable car. Also, actions for passengers with disabilities were held. But perhaps the most colorful and memorable event was the salute on Victory Day in 2012, which could be seen from the window of the booth. At some point, when all the seats were occupied, the cable car stopped and passengers could see a stunning, bright fireworks that decorated the sky with millions of lights.

Interesting details

1. In Russia there are almost no cableways used as everyday transport. Mostly they work in the resort towns and on the ski slopes.
2. The cable car in Nizhny Novgorod is the first cable car of this level and scale in our country.
3. Before the opening of the road it was planned to conduct tests and "roll" bags of sand on it. However, there was no time for this, and the first passengers were 16 officials and the governor of the Nizhny Novgorod region Valery Shantsev.
4. March 22, 2012 near the road crashed helicopter Bell 407, hit the power line. However, the road itself was not damaged by a miracle, the equipment was not affected.
5. July 31, 2014 in one of the pillars during a severe thunderstorm struck by lightning. At the same time, people were already in the booth.

Cable car, address

Arriving in Nizhny Novgorod, you should definitely ride a cable car. It is not difficult to find it. The station "Nizhegorodskaya" is located next to Haymarket Square, in the city center. You can arrange a half-hour walk along the Verkhne-Volzhskaya embankment, or you can get there by public transport. If any difficulties arise, any local resident will indicate the correct direction.