Second hurdle ❌
The doors to #Euregiobahn RB20 are not entirely level access, I had to lug the packed dolly over a significant gap.
Same on exit.
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Third hurdle ❌
Boarded #ICE16 with even more trouble than the previous RB20. The gap is too big for my dolly wheels and the stairs don't help.
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Fourth hurdle ❔
The dolly handle compresses, still it doesn't entirely fit the luggage compartment While packed. Looks like #DB isn't a proper Spezi transport company... yet. I hope nobody minds the wheels.
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Lunch time.
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Fifth hurdle ❔
The gap is even worse than where I got on in Aachen Central due to the curved platform. Guess I could've asked for mobility help as the Brits getting off after me did, so giving this one a ❔.
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Sixth hurdle ✅
Elevator from platform to ground level is well indicated with signage and working. However it does not take me to the underground metro station.
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Seventh hurdle ❌
Friends from HSBXL advice me there is an elevator at Osseghem Meetup station, so I decide to take the Metro. Maybe I'm oblivious to something but I found it impossible to find an elevator down to the Metro, so I took an escalator with hello from a friendly local. On the first sublevel where you check into public transport, I finally spot the elevator. My credit card refuses to be used to check in, so I buy some paper.
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Eighth hurdle ✅
The Metro number 2 is almost level and I can get on just using the dolly wheels despite the small gap. Same experience getting off at Osseghem. I'll give this one a pass.
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Ninth hurdle ❌
The advertised elevator exists... but is out of service for maintenance from *today* of all days. Taking my chances with another escalator...
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Tenth hurdle ✅
The streets of Brussels are almost level between Osseghem and HSBXL and I can cross without issues. I was about to get stuck between some bins when a garbage truck drifts around the corner and clears the way right in front of me.
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