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.
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Subdued business for model train manufacturer Piko due to delayed deliveries
Delayed deliveries and reluctance to buy are having a negative impact on the business of model train manufacturer Piko.
GDL strikes again City-Bahn Chemnitz
The train drivers' union is once again striking at the Chemnitz City Railway over the introduction of the 35-hour week.
City-Bahn Chemnitz: No all-clear for passengers after train driver strike
No all-clear after the latest wave of strikes: Management expects next strike call by train drivers' union, which wants to fight for a 35-hour week.
City-Bahn Chemnitz: Strike ended - but passengers must be prepared for further cancellations
After the latest train drivers' strike, there is no all-clear for passengers on the Chemnitz City-Bahn. The management is expecting further cancellations.
Line closure due to replacement of concrete sleepers between Leipzig and Chemnitz
Disruptions for rail travelers between Leipzig and Chemnitz due to replacement of concrete sleepers. Precautionary measure following the train accident in Garmisch-Partenkirchen in 2022.
Restrictions on Mitteldeutscher Regiobahn between Leipzig and Döbeln after Easter
Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn announces construction work between Leipzig and Döbeln. Reduced timetable from April 2 to 7.
Construction work at Dresden Central Station: train passengers must expect restrictions
Train passengers must be prepared for detour, cancellations and replacement services. Construction work on the electronic signal box (ESTW)
Dresden leads in terms of satisfaction with mobility
High parking fees and poor cycle paths are causing displeasure, yet mobility in German cities is predominantly rated positively in an ADAC survey. A city in Saxony is at the top of the list.
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.
Nationwide train drivers' strike: Deutsche Bahn expects massive restrictions on regional services
From Wednesday, Deutsche Bahn expects massive restrictions on regional services in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia due to the nationwide train drivers' strike. Passengers are asked to check the current timetable before starting their journey. Further information on ticket refunds is also available.
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.
Model train fans are spending less money on their hobby
Model train fans in Germany reduce spending due to increased cost of living Manufacturer Piko records weaker sales in 2023.
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.
Train drivers' union strike affects regional trains in Saxony
The warning strike announced by the train drivers' union GDL will also affect passengers on some regional trains in Saxony.
Trains cross the Chemnitz viaduct again after a three-month closure
After a three-month closure, scheduled train services are now running over the Chemnitz viaduct. Until now, travelers on the Saxony-Franconia main line had to use buses.
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.
Saxony-Anhalt's Minister President calls for better infrastructure connections in the new federal states
Saxony-Anhalt's Minister President Reiner Haseloff is calling for better infrastructure links between the new federal states and Berlin and Eastern Europe. He emphasizes the need for more direct international connections from Berlin and improved train connections between Dresden, Magdeburg and Berlin. He also focuses on the demographic challenges facing the East and calls for more freedom in the allocation of university places in order to combat the shortage of doctors.
Proposal for the traffic turnaround
The traffic turnaround is no good as an ideological dispute. Car traffic in large cities and metropolitan areas is often on the verge of collapse and pollutes the environment. Suburban connections by public transport and commuter trains often do not work well. Doubling spending on public transit and long-distance commuter rail is needed. There is also a need to shift freight traffic back from highways to rail and waterways. The goal should be large-scale container loading onto rail and waterways. Freight forwarding should only take place over the last mile.