Channel Tunnel
Beneath what waterbody the English Channel is located?
the British Channel (La Manche) or Strait of Dover (Strait of Calais)
If it´s needed the underground can overspeed the maximum speed 160 km/h.
False.
There is a train protection system that stops the train if the speed exceeds that indicated on the in-cab display.
In the underwater section of the ride you can observe underwater life and the movement of fish.
Yes, false.
When you are in the underwater section of the ride you will only see the inside of the Channel Tunnel. You cannot see underwater while riding on Eurostar,
What is the nickname of the Channel Tunnel?
The Chunnel
All three tunnels run straight between UK and France.
False.
The tunnels don't run straight - they curve gently up and down or left and right.
The first opening ceremony was held in London when the French president, François Mitterrand travelled through the tunnel to London on a Eurostar train.
False
How long did it take to build the Channel Tunnel?
under six years
When driving a Eurostar, you'll be underwater for 30 minutes.
False.
When riding the Eurostar you'll be underwater for about 13 minutes.
If you don´t have a car you can walk across the Channel tunnel?
Yes, false.
It is not allowed to travel as a foot passenger
How old is the Channel Tunnel?
34 years
The Channel Tunnel tunnel leaks water.
Yes, true.
It does leak, all tunnels leak. There are dumps along its length which collect the water, which is pumped out.
The Channel Tunnel project (the Chunnel) to connect the UK and France was the largest privately financed super successful transport megaproject of the 20th century.
No, false.
Despite nearly 25 years of successful operation and growing profitability, the Chunnel is frequently portrayed as a failure.