Train timetable change brings many changes
It's faster again to Berlin and direct to Paris or Krakow. Many things are changing with the rail timetable change. Pupils in the district of Wittenberg are also feeling the effects.
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Ailing bridge: Another track closure near Zittau
Replacement buses instead of trains again: a routine inspection reveals dangerous defects. It is not yet clear how long the closure will last.
What's changing with the rail timetable change
Direct to Paris, Krakow or Copenhagen - the rail timetable change brings innovations. But in some places there are cuts. And then there's the construction work.
Total closure in Magdeburg - railroad announces detour
Magdeburg Central Station will be at a standstill for almost a whole day next week. Passengers traveling between Braunschweig and Leipzig must be prepared for detour and longer journey times.
Folding bike transport: no more "bag rule" on buses and trains
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.
No money from the federal government for Saxon railroad lines - criticism
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.
Timetable change brings new lines and times for local transport
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.
Train chaos between Prague and Dresden
More than 90 minutes delay and canceled trains: A damaged overhead line is causing problems. How long will the disruption last?
After overhead line damage: No all-clear for rail commuters
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.
Truck touches overhead line - delays on the railroad
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.
Saxony's Industry Dialogue discusses the future of mobility
How can structural change succeed in Saxony's industry? Experts discuss e-mobility, infrastructure and new value creation at the Industry Dialogue in Chemnitz.
With a new hall roof: Dresden's main station is ready for winter
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.
Expansion of the Franconia-Saxony main line: progress is being made
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.
Protest against savings on train attendants
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.
Kraushaar: The East needs more speed in rail transport
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.
Dresden funicular railroad turns 130 years old
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.
Rail replacement service on regional lines to Leipzig
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.
Dresden-Prague train service interrupted due to construction work
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.
Over 5,000 people call for ICE stops in Riesa to be maintained
The timetable change threatens Riesa with the loss of most of its ICE stops. Criticism of the plans is growing louder.
Construction work will shape rail traffic next year
More trains for Halle and Erfurt, fewer connections for smaller towns: the new DB timetable brings noticeable changes - and lots of roadworks.
Railroad invites you to Rail Day - festivals, rides and guided tours
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.
Plans for Saxony-Franconia main line still on ice
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.
Roadworks slow down traffic - Where construction is taking place in Saxony
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.
Görlitz railroad station: 33 million euro project enters main phase
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.
Train services on the East Saxony network restart
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.
Defective signal box disrupts rail traffic in southern Brandenburg
Signal boxes are needed to control train traffic. A defect is causing disruption to regional services on a connection from southern Brandenburg to Saxony.
Start of construction work on the Sachsen-Franken-Magistrale - section closed
Restrictions for rail passengers: A section of the Saxony-Franconia main line in Thuringia and Saxony will now be closed for weeks.
Restored GDR prestige train will not be rolling for the time being after all
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.
Ailing bridge: Train services from Dresden to Zittau disrupted
The bridge on a district road in eastern Saxony is in danger of collapsing due to considerable damage. This has consequences for train traffic.
Section of the Saxony-Franconia Main Line closed
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.
Restrictions on the Leipzig-Dresden commuter route
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.
Police operation due to chaos at Dresden main station
Several hundred travelers are involuntarily stranded for hours at Dresden Central Station. The police have to be deployed to sort out the situation.
Station renovation in Hoyerswerda delayed
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.
Restored GDR prestige train to roll again soon
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: Longer journey times and cancellations on long-distance services
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.
Points work: Restrictions on the Leipzig-Dresden line
The railroad is installing new points between Leipzig and Dresden. This has significant consequences for passengers.
Work on railroad bridges: restrictions for the railroad
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.
Faster from Altenburg to Leipzig - railroad line renovated
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.
Railroad puts Magistrale section into operation after renovation
The 288-kilometre-long Saxony-Franconia main line of the railroad is being brought up to scratch. A section in Thuringia is now complete.
Sharp criticism of problems on the Chemnitz-Leipzig railroad line
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.
BSW member of parliament calls for revitalization of the Herrnhut Railway
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.
Media: Fewer journeys on narrow-gauge railroads
According to a media report, the timetable for the Weißeritztalbahn and the Lößnitzgrundbahn is to be thinned out. Exactly which trains will be canceled.
Dresden bus stop names for sale: companies can advertise
With this offer, the transport company wants to create an additional source of income. A first customer has already been found.
Expansion of the Franconia-Saxony main line is economical after all
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 head of government calls for more international flights
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.
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.
Next stop Zukunftsbahnhof: Stations are being modernized
More comfort, more safety, more modern stations: numerous stations in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia are being upgraded. But one problem remains.
Saxony urges continuation of the Germany Ticket
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 in the Dresden region well under steam
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.
Armaments group KNDS takes over Alstom in Görlitz
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.
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.
Leipzig ICE plant: Optimism despite many challenges
The Leipzig ICE plant is celebrating its 15th anniversary. Despite the current poor network infrastructure at Deutsche Bahn, the plant remains optimistic.
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.
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?
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.
B101 bridge in Großenhain: demolition has begun
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.
B101 bridge in Großenhain: demolition has begun
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.
B101 bridge in Großenhain: demolition and immediate closure
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.
Dresden: 14 million euros for streetcar infrastructure
The streetcar infrastructure in Dresden is being renewed. The federal and state governments are supporting the measures with a total of 14 million euros.
Historic train travels to the Leipzig Christmas market
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.
Electrification of the Saxony-Franconia main line required
For the most part, the Saxony-Franconia main line is only served by diesel locomotives. This must finally change, demands Pro Bahn.
Historic GDR express train to be put on the track in Radebeul
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.
Serious technical defects found after cable car accident in the Czech Republic
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?
Hoyerswerda station: restrictions on train services from November
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.
Cable cut - train services disrupted in eastern Saxony
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.
Passenger association Pro Bahn calls for better communication
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".
Additional trains on the Day of German Unity in the direction of Saxon Switzerland and the Müglitz Valley Railway
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.
Verkehrsverbund Mittelsachsen plans to invest in new railroad depot and trains
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.
Modernization of the Chemnitz railroad arch completed
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.
What's next for the Franconia-Saxony Main Line?
For decades, northern Bavaria has been hoping for a faster and more modern train connection between Nuremberg and Saxony. What is happening with electrification?
Trilex trains no longer stop in Bischofswerda
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.
Saale closure near Bad Kösen is temporarily lifted
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.
Work begins on preserving the Nossen-Meißen railroad line
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.
Faster trains planned between Berlin and Görlitz
The Cottbus-Weißwasser-Görlitz section is to be upgraded to double track and electrified to enable faster trains.
Restrictions on rail traffic in the Vogtland due to construction work
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 ..
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.
Construction work on the railroad line between Merseburg and Querfurt starts in April
Modernization of tracks and stations with replacement services
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.
Train traffic runs on two tracks over Chemnitz viaduct again
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 ..
Dresden park railroad: young people get involved
31 newcomers take up voluntary service - 12 young people are appointed assistants. Park railroad tours the Great Garden until October.
Deutsche Bahn presents new hybrid locomotives powered by chip fat and electricity
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is presenting new hybrid locomotives that run on chip fat and electricity to make freight transport more environmentally friendly.
Deutsche Bahn relies on hybrid locomotives with electricity and chip fat
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.
Railroad line between Bischofswerda and Görlitz closed during the nights
Complete closure of the railroad line between Bischofswerda and Görlitz due to unmanned signal box
Signal box unmanned: blockage from Bischofswerda to Görlitz
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 ..
Historic cable car to Augustusburg during maintenance break
The historic cable car to Augustusburg Castle is taking a three-week break from Monday to carry out important maintenance work.
Price increase for Harz narrow-gauge railroads (HSB)
The prices for trips on the Harz narrow-gauge railroads will rise on March 1, including for the Harzquerbahn and Selketalbahn.
Price increase for the Harz narrow-gauge railroads (HSB)
The prices for travel on the Harz narrow-gauge railroads will increase on March 1. Reasons and details of the fare adjustment.
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)
Court examines award procedure for Berlin S-Bahn
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 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.
Federal Minister of Transport denies postponement of rail projects in Saxony
Federal Transport Minister Volker Wissing confirms implementation of all planned rail projects in Saxony
Concerns about the expansion of railroad lines 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.
Regular S-Bahn service in the Leipzig region again
After months of restrictions, traffic on the S1 and S6 lines has returned to normal.
Free Wi-Fi only available at a few stations in eastern Germany
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.
Tree on the track: train services in the Vogtland district restricted
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 ..
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.
Franconia-Saxony Main Line: What's next?
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?
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.
Tenth anniversary of the City Tunnel in Leipzig and launch of the S-Bahn Central Germany
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.