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Several transport associations in Saxony are abolishing the bag requirement for folding bikes on local transport. What this means for commuters and travelers in Dresden, Leipzig and other cities.
The 2026 federal budget is a done deal. But no money is planned for Saxon railroad lines. This is causing resentment and criticism in the Free State.
New routes, adjusted departure times and changes to bus and rail services: the timetable change brings numerous innovations for passengers in the Central German Transport Association.
More than 90 minutes delay and canceled trains: A damaged overhead line is causing problems. How long will the disruption last?
There are still delays and detour on the railroad line between Berlin and Dresden. A truck had damaged the overhead line at a level crossing. Repairs are ongoing.
Near Dresden, a truck damages an overhead line on the railroad line between Berlin and Dresden. Trains have to be rerouted and are therefore delayed.
How can structural change succeed in Saxony's industry? Experts discuss e-mobility, infrastructure and new value creation at the Industry Dialogue in Chemnitz.
Just in time for the cold season, the new roof with better snow protection is inaugurated at Dresden Central Station. The timing is good: one of the city's most famous Christmas markets is opening soon.
A more modern train connection between northern Bavaria and Saxony? Commuters, travelers, businesses and politicians have been asking for almost three decades. Now something is happening.
In Saxony, many trains are to run without train attendants in future. The German Train Drivers' Union considers this to be negligent for several reasons.
The East must not be a siding of German transport policy, says the Saxon Infrastructure Minister. It is unclear whether this has reached the responsible ministry in Berlin.
With its 550-meter-long track, the historic vehicle is a popular excursion destination for locals and tourists alike. However, a birthday party has been canceled.
Construction work will result in rail replacement services on several regional routes from Leipzig from Monday. Bicycles and e-scooters can also only be taken on the buses to a limited extent.
A train journey from Dresden to Prague will soon be more difficult. Due to construction work in the upper Elbe valley, travelers will have to change to buses at times.
The timetable change threatens Riesa with the loss of most of its ICE stops. Criticism of the plans is growing louder.
More trains for Halle and Erfurt, fewer connections for smaller towns: the new DB timetable brings noticeable changes - and lots of roadworks.
From steam locomotive rides to a railroad flea market: on Rail Day, visitors can experience railroad history, hands-on technology and special anniversaries up close.
Despite the economic benefits, the expansion of the Saxony-Franconia main line has been halted. It remains to be seen when it will continue - although passenger numbers are increasing significantly.
Patience is required: construction work on highways, bridges and train stations is causing detours in Saxony. Where travelers should plan more time - and what should be improved in the long term.
Electric trains from Poland, barrier-free platforms and giant lettering: how Görlitz station is being made fit for the future step by step at a cost of 33.5 million euros.
After the closure due to a dilapidated bridge, train services between Ebersbach and Zittau will soon be possible again. The additional bus route remains in place for schoolchildren.
Signal boxes are needed to control train traffic. A defect is causing disruption to regional services on a connection from southern Brandenburg to Saxony.
Restrictions for rail passengers: A section of the Saxony-Franconia main line in Thuringia and Saxony will now be closed for weeks.
Optimism still prevailed at the open day at the Halberstadt plant in June. Now new technical problems have come to light. The historic express train still has further hurdles to overcome.
The bridge on a district road in eastern Saxony is in danger of collapsing due to considerable damage. This has consequences for train traffic.
The Saxony-Franconia main line of the railroad is being modernized at great expense. A section in Thuringia and Saxony will now be closed for weeks.
The expansion of the Leipzig-Dresden railroad line is nearing its finale. At the end of July, travelers will once again have to live with restrictions.
Several hundred travelers are involuntarily stranded for hours at Dresden Central Station. The police have to be deployed to sort out the situation.
Hoyerswerda station is being modernized and converted to make it barrier-free at a cost of 21 million euros. However, it will be some time before trains can run on all tracks again.
The historic express train is not yet operational and technically approved. Interested parties still need a little patience before they can book rides. It was now possible to take a look inside.
Construction work is underway on important railroad lines in Thuringia and Saxony. This has consequences for many long-distance travelers, for example between Leipzig and Munich.
The railroad is installing new points between Leipzig and Dresden. This has significant consequences for passengers.
The railroad is replacing bearings on two bridges on a high-speed line in Thuringia. This has consequences for passengers, for example between Leipzig and Munich.
The 288-kilometre-long Saxony-Franconia main line of the railroad is being brought up to scratch. A section in Thuringia is now complete. A relief for passengers.
The 288-kilometre-long Saxony-Franconia main line of the railroad is being brought up to scratch. A section in Thuringia is now complete.
The Leipzig-Chemnitz rail link is not only used by commuters, but also by many visitors to the Capital of Culture. But the problems continue.
The reactivation of old railroad lines is a recurring topic of discussion in Saxony. This also applies to the Herrnhut Railway. However, this would require high investments. That is why the state is turning it down.
According to a media report, the timetable for the Weißeritztalbahn and the Lößnitzgrundbahn is to be thinned out. Exactly which trains will be canceled.
With this offer, the transport company wants to create an additional source of income. A first customer has already been found.
A more modern train connection between northern Bavaria and Saxony has so far failed due to the argument that the expansion would not be economical enough. But now there is a new calculation.
Berlin's mayor insists on more international flight connections - ideally from the capital's BER airport. He also wants better rail connections through eastern Germany.
Travelers on the railroad line between Reichenbach and Bautzen in Saxony have to look for mobility alternatives for longer than expected.
Deutsche Plan is planning cuts on the ICE route between Dresden and Leipzig. Passenger representatives are appalled.
More comfort, more safety, more modern stations: numerous stations in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia are being upgraded. But one problem remains.
The Deutschlandticket is still valid - but for how long? Funding beyond 2025 is unclear. While the Federal Union is keeping a low profile, Saxony's transport minister is pushing for a continuation.
Narrow-gauge railroads have a special appeal and have loyal fans. The operator for the Dresden region is looking forward to more passengers. Cocktail rides are designed to attract young people.
Görlitz becomes a location for the armaments industry. The history of rail vehicle production ends after 175 years. In future, armored parts will be manufactured here.
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.
The Leipzig ICE plant is celebrating its 15th anniversary. Despite the current poor network infrastructure at Deutsche Bahn, the plant remains optimistic.
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.
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?
For several weeks now, employees have been wearing bodycams on regional trains in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia. Initial impressions appear to be positive.
The load-bearing capacity of the bridge on the B101 is so endangered that demolition is the only option. Work begins just one day after the inspection.
The load-bearing capacity of the bridge on the B101 is so endangered that demolition is the only option. Work begins just one day after the inspection.
The load-bearing capacity of the bridge on the B101 is so endangered that demolition is the only option. The closure affects not only car traffic but also rail traffic.
The streetcar infrastructure in Dresden is being renewed. The federal and state governments are supporting the measures with a total of 14 million euros.
A nostalgic train from Hamburg to Leipzig is a reminder of the golden era of the railroad. However, the locomotive from the 1960s is unlikely to have traveled this route at the time of the division of Germany.
For the most part, the Saxony-Franconia main line is only served by diesel locomotives. This must finally change, demands Pro Bahn.
The SVT express railcar once ran from Berlin via Dresden and Prague to Vienna - even if it was the last stop for GDR citizens before then. Now it is to be put back on the rails.
The investigation by the railroad supervisory authority took three years. It is now clear that an automatic emergency braking system could have prevented the cabin crash. But what had happened to it?
Due to the renovation of the station in Hoyerswerda, train services are expected to be fully closed from November and then restricted for two years.
Rail traffic in the south-easternmost corner of Saxony is restricted due to a disruption. Unknown persons have cut fiber optic cables between Ebersbach and Zittau - and paralyzed a signal box.
A train stops on the open track and causes delays. Passengers are left in the dark. This is how the passenger association Pro Bahn describes it and speaks of a "complete failure".
The VVO is running many additional trains on German Unity Day and at the weekend. Passengers can look forward to extra services and historical highlights on rail services.
In the Chemnitz model, several lines connect the city with the surrounding area. The trains use railroad and streetcar lines. A new depot is now to be built for this purpose.
The initially planned demolition was met with fierce protest: Deutsche Bahn has now made the more than 110-year-old Chemnitz viaduct fit for the future.
For decades, northern Bavaria has been hoping for a faster and more modern train connection between Nuremberg and Saxony. What is happening with electrification?
The Länderbahn operates routes in the East Saxon region. Now there are problems with the infrastructure at the Bischofswerda railroad junction - with consequences for the Trilex.
The full closure of the Saale near Bad Kösen will be temporarily lifted during the main season. This means that paddling will be allowed again from Friday.
Construction work is underway on the Nossen-Meißen railroad line. This will enable freight trains to reach an important tank farm. And this also has consequences for passenger transport, which has been shut down for almost ten years.
The Cottbus-Weißwasser-Görlitz section is to be upgraded to double track and electrified to enable faster trains.
Rail travelers in the Vogtland region can expect restrictions from Monday (July 1). The railroad line from Lengenfeld to Falkenstein will be closed until August 13 due to construction work, as announced by the Vogtland transport association on Thursday. Trains on the RB 1 line will be replaced by bu ..
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.
Modernization of tracks and stations with replacement services
Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn announces construction work between Leipzig and Döbeln. Reduced timetable from April 2 to 7.
After extensive construction work, rail traffic has been running on two tracks over the historic Chemnitz viaduct again since Saturday. This means that everything has now been completely renewed for the second track: rails, ballast, cables, signals and overhead line catenaries, Deutsche Bahn announc ..
31 newcomers take up voluntary service - 12 young people are appointed assistants. Park railroad tours the Great Garden until October.
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is presenting new hybrid locomotives that run on chip fat and electricity to make freight transport more environmentally friendly.
Deutsche Bahn wants to make its freight transport more environmentally friendly and is relying on hybrid locomotives powered by electricity and diesel from chip fat.
Complete closure of the railroad line between Bischofswerda and Görlitz due to unmanned signal box
The railroad line between Bischofswerda and Görlitz must be closed this Wednesday evening and Thursday evening until the respective morning. The reason is an unmanned signal box during the late shifts, as the Länderbahn announced on Wednesday. The information was only communicated on Wednesday after ..
The historic cable car to Augustusburg Castle is taking a three-week break from Monday to carry out important maintenance work.
The prices for trips on the Harz narrow-gauge railroads will rise on March 1, including for the Harzquerbahn and Selketalbahn.
The prices for travel on the Harz narrow-gauge railroads will increase on March 1. Reasons and details of the fare adjustment.
Train passengers must be prepared for detour, cancellations and replacement services. Construction work on the electronic signal box (ESTW)
It is the largest tender in Berlin's S-Bahn history. However, the restart has been postponed several times. The judiciary will decide what happens next.
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.
Federal Transport Minister Volker Wissing confirms implementation of all planned rail projects in Saxony
Politicians fear that the expansion of the rail network in Saxony could be halted following the Federal Constitutional Court's budget ruling. The Ministry of Transport is in contact with the federal government and the railroads.
After months of restrictions, traffic on the S1 and S6 lines has returned to normal.
While many train stations in other federal states are already equipped with free Wi-Fi, this service has hardly been available in eastern Germany to date. The differences across Germany are huge.
There were restrictions and delays to train services in the Vogtland district on Wednesday due to the weather. According to the Erfurt railroad company, there is currently no train service between Gutenfürst and Schönberg (both in the Vogtland district). The reason for this is a fallen tree on the t ..
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.
It's an almost never-ending story: In Bavaria, environmentally harmful diesel locomotives are still running on the Franconia-Saxony main line, even though the region has been fighting for electrification for three decades. Will the project finally make progress in 2024?
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.
Ten years ago, a new era of local transport in Leipzig/Halle began with the completion of the Leipzig City Tunnel and the launch of the S-Bahn Central Germany.
Rail travelers must be prepared for considerable delays
Train travelers between Halle and Magdeburg must be prepared for restrictions due to construction work from 24 November to 1 December 2023. The Köthen junction will be equipped with modern control and safety technology during this time, Deutsche Bahn announced on Monday. It will be necessary to clos ..
Members of the Bundestag Detlef Müller (SPD) and Bernhard Herrmann (Greens) have criticized major problems with the Leipzig-Chemnitz rail link.
The suspension railroad and funicular in Dresden will each be out of service for two weeks during the annual fall overhaul in November. This was announced by the Dresden transport authority on Wednesday. According to the statement, the suspension railroad will be closed from November 6 to November 1 ..