Did you know? The CFL has a driving simulator for training its future train drivers. In addition to the many hours of accompanied driving lessons that take place in real conditions and with the assistance of trainers, CFL train drivers, known as “mécaniciens”, can take advantage of a driving simulator to put the knowledge they…

In the context of the pandemic situation and the confinement measures taken by the Luxembourg Government, as well as by neighbouring countries, the CFL have adapted their offer. A minimum service is ensured, by train or bus, to carry a considerably reduced number of passengers during the morning and evening rush hours. Transport plan and…

To enable safe and organized train traffic, a number of signals and marks are settled throughout the Luxemburg railroad network. In a train driver’s daily job, these signals represent essential orders, reference and orientation points. Have a look on the most important fixed optical signals.   As suggested by its name, the fixed repeater signal…

You want to travel by train and are travelling with a piece of luggage, your bicycle or a pram? Or are you travelling with your four-legged companion? No problem. If you make some preparations in advance, you can board the train at your leisure. Hand luggage is allowed free of charge on board CFL trains….

During various time periods in 2020, the CFL will partially close lines 10 (Luxembourg – Troisvierges – Gouvy), 30 (Luxembourg – Wasserbillig – Trier), 50 (Luxembourg – Kleinbettingen – Arlon), 60 (Luxembourg – Esch-sur-Alzette – Rodange), 70 (Luxembourg – Pétange – Rodange – Longwy) and 90 (Luxembourg – Bettembourg – Thionville) weekends or even one…

One of the CFLs’ permanent wishes is to make the tools available to its staff and customers ever more efficient and easy to use. This is how RAILtab was born. As a mobile application, RAILtab is an information and communication system that allows CFL rolling stock to collect, on a single device, a multitude of…

In anticipation of winter and the resulting meteorological changes, the CFL are taking several measures regarding their trains and infrastructure. Passenger and freight trains ready for the cold weather The preparation of CFL trains for winter is not much different from that of a car. When the low temperatures drop below , the heating plays…

Rolling stock is modernised over time. Equipped with the latest state-of-the-art technologies, its speed performance has increased tenfold, which goes hand in hand with optimizing the braking systems. Braking prowess that often goes unnoticed There is a tendency to misjudge a train’s speed, weight and, consequently, stopping distance. A passing train, not stopping at a…

The subsidiary of the CFL Group, dedicated to the planning and booking of holidays for corporate and private clients, has become an indispensable player in the Grand Duchy’s tourism sector thanks to its many years of experience. Manager Martine Frieseisen talks to us about the travel agency, which has completely renewed its image.  What’s the…

The braking distance of a train can go up to 1200 meters. We handle you some piece of advice for your safety. ​#cflsafetyfirst : Never stop on the rails of a railway crossing! Be sure that the necessary space for your car is available on the other side of the level crossing. Drive through the…