Abschied von der Tatra: Leipzigs Kult-Bahn soll bald aussortiert werden

They're loud, they rattle, and they're absolute icons: Tatra trams have been a defining feature of Leipzig's cityscape since 1969. But their era is drawing to a close – these classics are scheduled to be completely phased out by 2028. We accompanied Thomas Langkopf. He's a tram driver with a passion for his work, and for him, the Tatra is more than just a means of transport – it's a childhood dream. But what happens when the technology fails and modern models take over? In this report, you'll learn: Why the Tatra is still indispensable for Leipzig's public transport system. How Thomas's daily work differs between historical trams and modern technology. A brief look at the history of the Leipzig Transport Authority (LVB) – from horse-drawn trams to the XL trams. What do you associate with the Tatra? Will you miss its characteristic squealing, or are you looking forward to the more modern low-floor trams? Let us know in the comments! 👇 #Leipzig #PublicTransport #Tatra #Tram #LocalTransport #Report Camera & Editing: Nicole Grziwa