Munich Hyperloop: First Test Track Opens 2026
The future of transport has arrived in Bavaria. The Technical University of Munich (TUM) has officially opened its first full-scale Hyperloop test track, marking a major milestone in the quest for 1000 km/h ground travel.
A European First
Located just outside Munich, the 24-meter concrete vacuum tube is the first of its kind in Europe certified for passenger testing. The project, funded by the Bavarian government and federal grants, aims to connect Munich to Berlin in under 30 minutes by 2035.
How It Works
The Hyperloop concept involves a pod levitating inside a near-vacuum tube to eliminate air resistance. The TUM prototype uses a proprietary magnetic levitation system that is reportedly 30% more energy-efficient than previous designs.
Next Steps
"This is not science fiction anymore," said Project Lead Dr. Hans Weber. "It is engineering reality." The team plans to extend the track to 1 kilometer by the end of 2026 for higher-speed trials.
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Germany is positioning itself as a leader in next-gen transport. If the Munich Hyperloop proves successful, short-haul flights across Europe could soon become a thing of the past.