11 Future Hyperloop Routes and Pilots That Could Shape Holiday Travel

4. Hardt’s Netherlands corridor concepts

Hardt Hyperloop has been one of the more visible European firms laying out corridor concepts and technical roadmaps for the Benelux region. Company spokespeople have described targets of very high speeds—up to several hundred kilometers per hour—depending on tube length and alignment choices. Hardt’s 2025 testing included lane-switching and incremental speed trials, and the company has emphasized that full-speed runs require long, contiguous tubes and safe stopping distances. That engineering reality makes short, inner-city segments less suitable for the highest speeds, while long intercity links need major land, cost, and permitting commitments. For regional holiday travel planning, Hardt-style corridor concepts suggest where big time savings could occur eventually, but they also highlight why such services are unlikely to become passenger-ready by Christmas 2026. The practical path forward is staged: test sections and freight pilots first, then phased passenger upgrades once standards and funding are in place. For travelers, the immediate effect is limited, but the planning now matters for mid-decade holiday seasons beyond 2026.