Half a million for Verkehrswacht Sachsen
The Saxon state government wants to reduce the number of road deaths and serious injuries in Saxony to zero. To this end, it is now strengthening the work of the road safety organization.
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Greens see themselves slowed down by cycling in Saxony
The Greens fail with a cycling campaign in the Saxon state parliament. They consider the conditions for cyclists in Saxony to be alarming and call for urgent action.
Fewer destinations from Leipzig/Halle and Dresden airports
The new summer flight timetable at the two airports comes into effect on Sunday. Some destinations are missing. However, certain connections will be expanded.
"Blitz for Kids" control campaign starts on Monday
Children as speed enforcement officers - the "Blitz for Kids" campaign starts again. Primary school children hand out yellow and green cards to speeding drivers and urge them to be careful.
Major police operation in Leipzig: arrests, break-ins and fires - what's behind it all
Extensive police operations in Leipzig: arrests, break-ins and fires keep the security forces on their toes.
New road for the Löwitz quarter: full closure of the Berliner/Roscher Straße junction until mid-July
A new road connects the Löwitz quarter with the city center. Construction work begins on April 1 and is expected to end in August 2025. Full closure of the Berliner/Roscher Straße intersection until mid-July.
Local transport tickets in eastern Saxony more expensive from August
Transport companies are struggling with rising costs. Passengers are now feeling the effects. The good news: the ZVON service is being expanded on two lines.
Survey: Leipzig residents mostly walk their daily routes
People in Leipzig no longer use their cars for most of their daily journeys, but walk instead. Bicycles and public transport are also being used more frequently.
Bad Schandau plans temporary bridge for 31 million euros
After the bridge fiasco, Bad Schandau is to receive a new temporary solution quickly. The temporary bridge will be built - even if the old one still holds.
Deepening in the Elbe - work on Carola Bridge delayed
A three to four meter deep hole in the Elbe is delaying preparations for the demolition of the Carola Bridge. Additional measures are necessary.
Dresden suspension railroad resumes operation
Both of Dresden's mountain railroads are listed buildings and require special care. After the spring inspection, the suspension railroad is now back in action.
Road accident statistics 2024: Decrease in accidents, but more drug offenses
Leipzig police department publishes traffic accident statistics for 2024: fewer accidents, but an alarming increase in drug-related road traffic offenses
123 instead of 50 km/h - police speed cameras
Police officers have detected several speeding violations during a speed check in Dresden. One man was driving particularly fast.
Suspension railroad in Dresden picks up speed on Saturday
If you want to ride the historic suspension railroad in Dresden, you can do so at the weekend. The funicular, on the other hand, still has to go to the workshop for the time being.
Locomotive derailed during construction work - long-distance traffic disrupted
During the night, a locomotive derailed in a construction site section. No one was injured. Nevertheless, the accident has major consequences.
Trial on Bad Schandau Elbe bridge begins on April 1
The Elbe bridge in Bad Schandau has been closed for months - an experiment could bring relief to the tense traffic situation. The start date has now been set.
Explosive ordnance sounding at Carola Bridge - 79 suspected cases
The search for explosive ordnance at the Carola Bridge reveals something surprising: in addition to bomb fragments and a hand grenade, workers also find an old teapot.
107 instead of 50 km/h - police catch speeders
Police officers have detected several speeding violations in the district of Bautzen. One man was driving particularly fast.
Fewer traffic offenders from Saxony registered in Flensburg
Anyone who seriously violates traffic regulations receives points in Flensburg. The number of entries in the register from Saxony has decreased.
Reichenbach-Bautzen railroad line remains closed
Travelers on the railroad line between Reichenbach and Bautzen in Saxony have to look for mobility alternatives for longer than expected.
Criticism of ICE cuts between Dresden and Leipzig
Deutsche Plan is planning cuts on the ICE route between Dresden and Leipzig. Passenger representatives are appalled.
Car sharing is booming - shared cars have 14 percent more users
More and more people are sharing a car. The car-sharing provider Teilauto is also growing in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia: more users, more vehicles, more electric cars.
Protest - cyclists plan "zero laps" around the State Chancellery
The ADFC fears that there could be cuts in the construction of cycle paths and safety measures for cyclists in Saxony. A protest action is planned for Wednesday.
Job cuts planned at Leipzig/Halle and Dresden airports
A lot is set to change at the airports in Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt. The operator wants to manage with fewer staff. In other places, things could soon become more expensive.
Accident with five injured on the A4
A car hits the end of a traffic jam on Wednesday evening and is thrown into a truck. Four vehicles are involved in the accident.
Serious accident near Bad Gottleuba - two people injured
Crash with two serious injuries: Two senior citizens and their cars collide near Bad Gottleuba-Berggießhübel. The vehicles end up next to the road.
Elimination of the Carola Bridge puts a heavy strain on Dresden's traffic
The partial collapse of the Carola Bridge is having a massive impact on traffic in Dresden. The consequences are particularly noticeable for motorists and public transport.
Demolition of the remaining Dresden Carola Bridge from June
Last fall, a section of Dresden's Carola Bridge suddenly collapses. During the demolition work, it becomes clear that the entire structure from the GDR era is dilapidated - and needs to be torn down.
Two out of five fail their practical driving test in Saxony
40 percent of candidates do not pass the practical test, and the theory is even worse. This is how Saxony compares.
Car fasting" campaign in Saxon city for the first time
Alcohol, sweets, social media - there are many things that people voluntarily give up during Lent. In Saxony, the idea of "car fasting" is now being tested for the first time.
Car bursts into flames - driver dies in accident on B183
There has been a serious accident on the B183. A car crashed into a tree and caught fire.
Four people injured in accident - driver without license
A car hits a tree and four people are injured. When the police arrive, they make several explosive discoveries.
Car crashes into ditch in Vogtland - three seriously injured
In the Vogtland region, a car drives over a crash barrier without braking and ends up in a ditch. Three people are seriously injured.
Driver crashes into power pole - seriously injured
A young driver loses control of his car in the Erzgebirgskreis district. It is still unclear how the accident occurred.
A4 Königshainer Berge tunnel closed for two days
The Königshainer Berge tunnel on highway 4 will be completely closed for several days. This is due to construction work that has already been delayed. Drivers will have to take detours.
New break at Carola Bridge: Navigation interrupted again
Last week, several prestressing steel fractures occurred in the two bridge trains still standing in Dresden. Since then, they have been at acute risk of collapse.
Mulde bridge on the A14 is growing - decisive phase begins
2,300 tons of steel in motion: Construction of the new Mulde bridge near Grimma is making progress. The project should be completed by 2028.
Drivers can expect busy roads at the weekend
Vacation start here, vacation end there: for several reasons, patience is likely to be required on German freeways at the weekend. Travelers should also make sure they have the right equipment.
Preparations for trial on Bad Schandau Elbe bridge
The Elbe bridge in Bad Schandau has been closed for months - now a load test is to show whether it can be reopened to traffic. Measurements are necessary for this.
City commissions company to demolish the Carola Bridge
On Friday, the city announced that it would not be issuing a tender due to the risk of collapse. There is still one important task to complete before the demolition.
Moped rider hits patrol car during attempted escape
A 16-year-old on a moped is to be checked by the police. The young man accelerates at first. But he doesn't get far.
Resident parking also cheap in Saxony
Resident parking remains cheap in many cities. If Deutsche Umwelthilfe has its way, this should change. This could soon be the case in Dresden.
Pipe burst at highway tunnel - A17 near Dresden closed
Water gushes out of a hydrant onto the roadway at a highway tunnel south of Dresden. Traffic is diverted towards the Dresden-West junction.
Truck crashes into car and bus - several injured
First a car, then a bus - a truck causes chaos. Several people are injured in a serious accident in Pirna.
Highest danger - City forces demolition of the Carola Bridge
Over the past few days, problems with the construction of the remaining Carola Bridge have accumulated. Now the city is reacting to the growing danger - and announcing that it will be completely demolished more quickly.
Mobile speed cameras catch significantly more speeders in Dresden
The city of Dresden has caught significantly more speeders speeding with mobile speed cameras. People were speeding at one location in particular.
No further fractures on Dresden's Carola Bridge overnight
For the time being, no new cracks have appeared in the prestressing steel of the partially collapsed bridge in the middle of Saxony's state capital. However, ships are still unable to pass.
Poor air quality in Saxony - high particulate matter levels
The level of particulate matter in the air in Saxony was already high last week. So far, the situation has not improved - on the contrary.
Elbe in Dresden closed to shipping again
Over the past three weeks, several barges have passed the partially destroyed Dresden Carola Bridge on the Elbe by prior arrangement. Shipping companies and ports breathed a sigh of relief after months of closure.
Greens call for reliable funding for local transport
The Greens in Saxony see the signals for good local public transport in red. They fear major gaps in the service due to funding problems.
Poor air quality in Saxony: high levels of particulate matter
Air pollution with particulate matter is increasing in Saxony. For several days now, the limit values have been exceeded at several measuring stations, in some cases significantly. There are many reasons for this.
Asphalt is being broken up: New investigations on Elbe bridge
Samples at the closed Elbe crossing in Bad Schandau have so far only been taken from below. Now the roadway is being opened for the first time.
Start of the winter vacations in Saxony - ADAC expects traffic jams
With the start of the winter vacations, many Saxons are heading off on skiing vacations. Drivers need patience on the main routes to the Alps.
Three injured in accident on A9 near Leipzig
A pile-up caused hours of delays on the A9 towards Munich on Saturday. The reason was a car changing lanes and its consequences.
Significant increase in fine revenue in Saxony
Revenue from traffic fines has been rising since the catalog of fines was tightened. Speeding and red light offenders also generated record revenue in 2024.
Elbe bridge in Bad Schandau - load test in April
A glimmer of hope in Bad Schandau: a load test should clarify whether the closed Elbe bridge can be partially reopened in spring.
Dresden's economy demands new construction of the Carola Bridge from 2026
Dresden's Carola Bridge is closed and has to be demolished. This means that one of the city's most important Elbe crossings is missing - with negative consequences for industry, trade and commerce.
18,000 traffic jams on Saxony's highways in 2024
Nothing is moving forward - because of roadworks or an accident. This situation occurs regularly on the freeways. The ADAC has now published the figures for 2024.
Navigation under the Elbe bridge in Bad Schandau free again
Ships had to register their passage for a month - now the closure of the Elbe in Bad Schandau has been lifted. From Thursday, shipping can pass through again without restriction.
Traffic restrictions on the A4
Several exits will be closed until the end of the week due to work on the Autobahn 4 near Dresden. Drivers will have to put up with detours and traffic jams.
Bomb expert: check security concept at Carola Bridge
Following the discovery of three World War II bombs on the collapsed Carola Bridge in Dresden, demolition work in this area has been suspended. It is difficult to say whether there are still munitions in the river.
First cargo ship in months passes Dresden
Inland shipping on the Upper Elbe has been suspended since the partial collapse of Dresden's Carola Bridge. Passage is now possible again - the condition of the structure is being monitored.
Demolition of destroyed part of the Carola Bridge by the end of March
The closure of the Elbe around Dresden's Carola Bridge is hitting Czech inland shipping hard. The Prague Transport Minister takes a look at the situation - shortly before transport is possible again.
Citizens demand temporary bridge for Dresden Elbe crossing
The Carola Bridge in Dresden is one of the city's most important traffic arteries. The structure will be demolished and replaced - the only question is when.
Bomb specialists during demolition at Dresden's Carola Bridge
Several World War II bombs are found during excavation work on the collapsed Carola Bridge. Specialists are now also on site for safety reasons.
Carola Bridge Dresden passable for inland waterway vessels from Monday
The Elbe around the partially collapsed Carola Bridge in Dresden has been closed for four months. Steamers have already passed through again. Now the passage for commercial vessels is being opened - and regulated.
Pedestrian bridge in Chemnitz closed due to damage
The next bridge in Saxony is closed due to its poor condition. However, there is no connection with the partially collapsed Carola Bridge in Dresden.
First ships pass under the Carola Bridge in Dresden again
The Elbe has been closed there since the collapse of Dresden's Carola Bridge. The White Fleet has now sailed under the bridge again - shipping traffic will be allowed to pass regularly with restrictions from Monday.
Stopping at red lights: ADAC counts traffic light offenders in Leipzig
Whether due to time pressure, impatience or to catch the train - red lights are ignored time and time again. E-scooter riders particularly often don't wait for green.
Transporter overturns after collision - one injured
A van crashes into a car in Ellefeld and overturns onto its side. The driver is injured.
Criticism of Dresden's public transport savings plan: "painful cuts"
The Saxon state capital is threatened with a ten percent cut in local transport services. Criticism of the cost-cutting plans is growing louder and louder.
New search: Missing bridge section not found in Dresden
The destroyed section of Dresden's Carola Bridge had two steel joints. One of the components, weighing several tons, has been recovered from the Elbe, but there is no trace of the other.
Fewer passengers in Dresden - Leipzig slightly on the upswing
Leipzig/Halle and Dresden Airports are in financial difficulties. The current passenger figures, especially in the state capital, currently offer little hope.
New search for second joint of Carola Bridge planned
The Carola Bridge had two joints weighing several tons. Only one has been found and recovered so far. The search for the other will continue next week.
Long military convoys on their way to the Czech Republic
Many British military vehicles will be on the road in several federal states over the next few days. The convoys are up to one kilometer long. What drivers should look out for.
Leipzig public transport with significant growth
New services and the Deutschlandticket make 2024 the most successful year for Leipzig's public transport company since the 1990s. The results in Dresden are also positive.
Woman hit by car and seriously injured
A woman is walking along a road in Mildenau when she is hit by a car. The police are now investigating what happened.
Speeding: family injured in accident
A car crashes into several trees in the Saxon municipality of Wolkenstein. A rescue helicopter also has to arrive to provide assistance.
Munitions expert monitors bridge demolition in Dresden
Following the discovery of the bomb on the Carola Bridge, work is to continue under expert supervision.
Man dragged by streetcar in Dresden
The doors close behind his dog. Then a 34-year-old man is dragged several meters by a streetcar in Dresden.
Snow and slippery conditions hinder traffic
In Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia, people have to expect considerable restrictions in some cases due to the weather conditions. There are still delays and cancellations on local public transport.
Major problems with RE 6 Leipzig-Chemnitz
Modern battery-powered trains should have been running between Leipzig and Chemnitz long ago. There are serious problems with the replacement trains that have been hired instead. Can rail passengers hope for a remedy?
Major job cuts at Leipzig/Halle and Dresden airports
The job cuts at Leipzig/Halle and Dresden Airports will be greater than expected. According to the information provided, the main areas affected are administration and management.
Study: Driving in Dresden and Leipzig is becoming less attractive
In Leipzig and Dresden, driving is increasingly becoming a test of patience. In rush-hour traffic, vehicles move at almost the speed of a cyclist.
Bad Schandau bridge closure: companies fear for their existence
As the Elbe bridge in Bad Schandau is closed due to the risk of collapse, residents and businesses are having to take major detours. This is causing great uncertainty for the future.
Bad Schandau bridge closure: companies fear for their existence
As the Elbe bridge in Bad Schandau is closed due to the risk of collapse, residents and businesses have to take major detours. This is causing great uncertainty for the future.
Several million euros for streetcar construction in Leipzig
Leipziger Verkehrsbetriebe is to receive several million euros for a modern streetcar depot. The aim: a more efficient and environmentally friendly streetcar fleet for the future.
Carola Bridge: Neumarkt Society wants open competition
It has been clear since mid-December: Dresden's partially collapsed Carola Bridge must be completely demolished. The Neumarkt-Gesellschaft would like to see public participation in the construction of a new replacement.
Surveying work for temporary bridge in Bad Schandau
Following the closure of the Elbe bridge in Bad Schandau, a solution is urgently needed. Surveying work for a temporary structure has now begun.
Expansion of Leipzig/Halle Airport causes debate
The planned airport expansion in central Germany is polarizing like never before. Why environmentalists and local residents are putting on the brakes - and why construction may not be halted after all.
12.8 million euros for Saxony's cycle paths in 2024
Last year, the State Office for Road Construction approved more than twelve million euros for cycling projects. The aim is to achieve a sustainable and climate-friendly turnaround in transportation.
Demolition work on Dresden's Carola Bridge not quite on schedule
The site on the Old Town side of Dresden's partially collapsed Carola Bridge was actually supposed to be cleared in the first week of the new year. The schedule is not quite feasible.
Man drives through roadworks at 131 kilometers per hour
Police officers checked the speed of cars at a roadworks on the A72 south of Leipzig. One man was driving 71 kilometers per hour too fast.
Driver overlooks pedestrian - woman seriously injured
When the man tries to drive his car out of a driveway, a collision occurs.
Man dies in traffic accident at the state border
Fatal accident on Christmas Day on the border between Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt. All help comes too late for a 54-year-old driver.
Police pull drunken Santa Claus out of traffic
Law and order also apply to Santa Claus - not least when he's on a moped.
Accident with wild boar causes full closure
Road accidents involving wild animals are not uncommon at this time of year. In the district of Central Saxony, such accidents result in considerable material damage.
Deutsche Bahn wants to equip more employees with bodycams
For several weeks now, employees have been wearing bodycams on regional trains in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia. Initial impressions appear to be positive.
Van crashes into garage without handbrake
With 2 per mille alcohol in his blood, a driver forgets to pull the handbrake. In the end, even the technical aid organization has to be called out.
Man suddenly steps onto the road in Zwickau - seriously injured
For unknown reasons, a man runs onto a road in Zwickau while traffic is moving. This has serious consequences for him.