History
What two countries are connected by the Eurotunnel ?
United Kongdom and France
How long is the Eurotunnel ?
50km
What kind of trains use the Eurotunnel
Passenger and freight trains
What is the name of the passenger train that uses the tunnel ?
Eurostar
What nickname is often used for the Eurotunnel ?
Chunnel
In what year was the Eurotunnel officially opened ?
1994.
What type of tunnel is the Eurotunnel ?
Underwater rail tunnel.
Can cars drive in the Eurotunnel ?
False, cars cant ride in the Eurotunnel, they can be carried on the shuttle train
How long does it take to travel through the tunnel by train ?
About 35 minutes
How much of the tunnel is actually under the sea ?
About 37.9km
Which two cities does the Eurotunnel connect most directly ?
Folkestone and Calais
What is the name of the machines that used to dig the tunnel ?
Tunnel boring machines
What power source is used for Eurotunnel trains ?
Electricity
What passengers take through the Eurotunnel Shuttle ?
Cars, vans, motorbikes and maybe even pets
Has anyone ever tried to walk or run through the tunnel ?
Yes
Who were the two world leaders who opened the Eurotunnel ?
Queen Elizabeth II and President Mitterrand
How many seperate tunnels were built for the Eurotunnel ?
Three
How fast can trains travel through the Eurotunnel ?
Around 140 km/h
Where does the Eurostar travel to beyond France ?
Belgium, the Netherlands and other European cities
What animals were used as mascots during the Eurotunnel construction ?
Snail and hedgehog.
What historical event delayed plans for the tunnel in the 19th century ?
Fear of invasion and military security concerns
What major natural feature does the Eurotunnel pass under ?
English Channel
What safety technologies ensure safety in the Eurotunnel ?
Automatic train control, ventilation, fire supression systems
How many people travel through the Eurotunnel each year ?
Over 10 million
Is it possible to see dolphins while traveling through the Eurotunnel ?
No