Helsinki Metro, Rapid transit system in Helsinki and Espoo, Finland
Helsinki Metro is a rapid transit system linking the eastern districts of the Finnish capital with downtown Helsinki and the southern parts of Espoo. The network comprises two lines serving 30 stations over roughly 43 kilometers of track.
The first section opened in 1982 after nearly three decades of planning, making it the first metro in Finland. The extension to Espoo followed in 2017, adding western stations to the network.
The metro forms an integral part of Finnish urban infrastructure, demonstrating the commitment to efficient public transportation in Nordic countries.
Trains run every 5 to 10 minutes throughout the day, with higher frequency during rush hours. Many stations have elevators and are wheelchair accessible.
This metro holds the record as the northernmost in the world, reaching latitudes rarely served by underground rail. Several stations also function as civil defense shelters, designed to accommodate thousands in case of emergency.
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