Dresden Central Station - work on the hall roof completed
Dresden Central Station has a new hall roof. Work began back in 2022 and the final stages are planned for next spring.
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Eastern countries want more skilled workers from abroad
The shortage of skilled workers is affecting the eastern German states. The federal government should provide solutions. What are the heads of government from the east demanding?
Bautzen railroad station named 'Station of the Year 2024'
Around ten years ago, the train station in Bautzen was on the brink of decay. It was saved by a decision of the district council. Today, the Pro-Rail Alliance sees it as a showcase station.
New era in rail transport for northern and western Saxony from 2026
From the end of 2026, rail travel in western Saxony is set to change significantly. New trains, routes and timetables are planned. Millions are to be invested in this.
Elster Valley Bridge in Vogtland reopened to rail traffic after extensive construction work
The refurbishment of the Elster Valley Bridge in Vogtland is progressing. Trains can now once again run on both tracks over the historic structure.
Railroad tunnel in the Ore Mountains: cooperation on fire protection
From Dresden to Prague in an hour by train - the construction of the rail tunnel in the Ore Mountains should make this possible. The municipalities along the route are now getting help with a key issue.
Alstom sees a secure future in Bautzen
French rail vehicle manufacturer Alstom secures future in Bautzen with major orders. New production line for regional trains inaugurated.
Alstom receives major order for local trains in the Rhineland
Alstom wins contract to supply and maintain 90 local trains in the Rhineland, secures industrial jobs in the long term
Work on the hall roof at Dresden Central Station is progressing
Dresden Central Station is getting a new hall roof. Work began back in 2022 and the end is now within reach.
Altenburg station to be renovated in September: line closure
The Saxony-Franconia Main Line stretches for around 288 kilometers and connects more than just Saxony and Bavaria. It is currently a major construction site.
Politicians warn of fewer DB long-distance services in the east
The federally owned company is threatened with higher prices and fewer services. Will there be fewer IC connections in eastern Germany? Nothing has been decided, but a report is causing concern.
Wave of strikes at City-Bahn Chemnitz continues
No end in sight: new strike announced at City-Bahn Chemnitz. Union demands 35-hour week.
100 years of the Fichtelberg suspension railroad: a landmark in the Ore Mountains
The Fichtelberg suspension railroad is celebrating its 100th anniversary and is an important attraction for tourists in the Ore Mountains. Find out more about the history and significance of Germany's oldest aerial cableway.
Interlocking fault affects regional traffic near Dresden
A signal box malfunction due to a lightning strike in the Dresden area affects regional services, especially the Länderbahn in the direction of Bautzen and Görlitz.
No ticket for first class: man hits train attendant
On a regional train from Zwickau to Dresden, a 21-year-old passenger punched and injured a train attendant during a ticket inspection. When the 42-year-old train attendant expelled him from first class on Saturday evening because his ticket was not valid there, the 21-year-old hit him on the back of ..
Planning for railroad tunnel in the Ore Mountains almost complete
From Dresden to Prague in an hour by train - the construction of the longest rail tunnel in Germany should make this possible. The plans are to be presented to the Bundestag in the summer.
Construction work on the railroad line between Merseburg and Querfurt starts in April
Modernization of tracks and stations with replacement services
Additional stops for long-distance trains to the Leipzig Book Fair
During the Leipzig Book Fair (March 21 to 24), Deutsche Bahn ICE and IC trains will also stop at the Leipzig-Messe station. This applies to trains on the Berlin-Munich, Wiesbaden-Dresden and Leipzig-Hanover routes, Deutsche Bahn announced on Wednesday. In addition, a special train will run directly ..
Trilex and Vogtlandbahn regional railroads not affected by GDL strike
According to its own information, the Länderbahn with the Trilex and Vogtlandbahn services in Saxony will not be affected by the almost two-day strike announced by the train drivers' union GDL.
Cancellations and more for rail services between Halle and Kassel
Anyone traveling on regional rail services from Saxony-Anhalt via Thuringia to Hesse or vice versa in the near future should expect changes. The reason for this is the closure of a rail junction.
Wind turbine near Dornstadt loses blades - danger for highway and railroad line
A wind turbine near Dornstadt in the Alb-Donau district loses a blade, which strikes dangerously on the highway and railroad line.
Saxony's Minister of Economic Affairs sticks to test center for railroad technology
Saxony's Minister of Economic Affairs Martin Dulig (SPD) remains committed to a test center for railroad technology (Tetis) in the east of the state.
Rail traffic in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia resumes after strike ends
Rail services in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia are running largely according to normal timetables again following the early end of the train drivers' strike. Minor restrictions may still occur in isolated cases. Travelers should inform themselves online before starting their journey.
Train drivers' strike ends early - train services in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia improve
After the early end of the train drivers' strike, rail travelers in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia can hope for more train connections again on Monday morning.
GDL boss Weselsky: No reason to return to negotiations
The head of the German Train Drivers' Union (GDL), Claus Weselsky, currently sees no reason to continue collective bargaining. "There must be an end to sham offers," he said on Friday at a rally on the fourth day of the strike in Dresden. He criticized the fact that the employer was only "moving by ..
Train drivers' strike in Saxony: Deutsche Bahn runs an emergency timetable
The announced six-day strike by train drivers will once again severely restrict rail services in Saxony. Deutsche Bahn is preparing for the strike from January 24 to 29 with an emergency timetable.
Deutsche Bahn prepares for six-day strike by train drivers
Deutsche Bahn is preparing for the announced six-day strike by train drivers and has drawn up an emergency timetable. Train services will be severely disrupted.
After the end of the strike: Rail traffic back to normal
After the three-day strike by the train drivers' union GDL in Saxony, Deutsche Bahn is running according to normal schedule. "There are no more strike-related restrictions, trains have been running according to plan again since the start of operations in the morning," said a spokesperson for the fed ..
Deutsche Bahn emergency timetable due to the train drivers' strike
Start of the train drivers' strike leads to the introduction of the Deutsche Bahn emergency timetable. Restrictions in local transport.
Länderbahn not affected by GDL strike
The Länderbahn with the Vogtlandbahn and Trilex in Saxony is not directly affected by the announced GDL warning strike.
Railroad starts construction section between Leipzig and Dresden
Deutsche Bahn will soon be starting work on another section of the Leipzig-Dresden upgraded line. Preparatory work for the construction of the second new track in the Zeithain-Leckwitz section will begin on Friday (January 12), as the company announced on Monday. As a result, some long-distance trai ..
GDL warning strike: Rail travelers in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia must expect considerable restrictions
Rail travelers in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia must expect considerable restrictions due to the upcoming GDL warning strike.
Deutsche Bahn extends long-distance connections with timetable change
With the timetable change next weekend, Deutsche Bahn is expanding its long-distance connections. There will be more and faster connections between major cities and significantly more seats.
Start of the ski season on the Fichtelberg after completed maintenance
Shortly before the start of the ski season, the Fichtelberg cable car resumes operation.
Freight train and locomotive collide in Leipzig - four minor injuries
Four people on board were slightly injured in a collision in Leipzig. The exact cause is still being investigated.
Onset of winter leads to disruptions in rail traffic in the Vogtland region
Onset of winter causes delays and cancellations on the Vogtland network.
Information shows bus and train capacity utilization in real time
Passengers on Dresden's public transport system (DVB) can now see how full their streetcars or buses will be before they set off. A corresponding automatic passenger counting system has been installed in the vehicles, as the DVB announced on Friday. The display in the timetable information on the In ..
Germany's longest railroad tunnel planned in the Ore Mountains
From Dresden to Prague in an hour by train: the construction of a new route should make this possible and relieve the Elbe Valley of rail traffic. When will the first train roll through Germany's longest rail tunnel?
Historic steam locomotives in the Harz Mountains
In the Harz Mountains, historic steam locomotives still count as a tourist attraction. Learn more about the last scheduled steam locomotive in the GDR and other steam locomotives in Germany.
Government factions want speed in infrastructure construction
The government factions in Berlin want to speed up the construction of infrastructure projects. In addition to highway projects, rail lines are also to be expanded.
Commissioning of electronic interlocking in Bad Schandau leads to train cancellations in Dresden
Train services in the Dresden region will be cancelled from Tuesday evening due to the commissioning of an electronic signal box in Bad Schandau. Replacement buses will be arranged.
Deutsche Bahn timetable change: More long-distance traffic
The rail timetable change in December brings noticeably more offers for passengers. The railroads are increasing their long-distance services in particular. It's not just the major cities that are set to benefit - the regions are too.
Delays and cancellations on rail line between Berlin and Halle/Leipzig
From Wednesday, train passengers can expect delays and cancellations on the rail line between Berlin and Halle/Leipzig. The line will be closed on one track until October 5.
Railroad researchers present new charging station for battery trains
Experts from the SRCC rail research campus want to help the switch from diesel to battery-powered trains get off the ground with a new type of charging station. The "wallbox" for trains will be tested for a year in Annaberg-Buchholz and will then be available to trains in regular operation in 2024, ..
New bridge over the Teltow Canal in the right position
In Berlin-Tempelhof, a new 900-ton railroad bridge has been pushed into position over the Teltow Canal. The bridge is located south of the Attilastrasse S-Bahn station and is an important part of the reconstruction and expansion of the Dresdner Bahn. "When the Dresdner Bahn comes into service in 202 ..