Suche
Mein Konto
Direct train from Stuttgart to Sylt: change inevitable from 2026!
In the future, Heidelberg will no longer be part of the direct connection between Stuttgart and Westerland. Travelers have to change trains.
Direct train from Stuttgart to Sylt: change inevitable from 2026!
There's a buzz on social media: The direct connection from Stuttgart to Westerland to the popular holiday island of Sylt is causing a lot of confusion. From mid-December 2023, the train will no longer be found in the booking system, which has surprised and unsettled many travelers in equal measure. A spokesman for Deutsche Bahn confirmed that the “Westerland” train pair (IC 2374/2375) will be reorganized as ICE 2374/2375 in the coming 2026 timetable year, but will only run between Westerland and Frankfurt am Main from July 11, 2026. This means that travelers from Stuttgart have to change!
From the Baden-Württemberg state capital, interested parties will in future be able to get to the popular island by changing trains in Frankfurt, Göttingen or Hamburg. The previous connection via Frankfurt-Heidelberg-Stuttgart has been completely eliminated. However, travelers can look forward to the comfort of the new ICE L, which will feature Wi-Fi, power sockets at all seats and a modern interior design. There is also an on-board restaurant that increases the enjoyment of the trip. This increase in comfort is described as promising compared to the wagons currently in use.
Stuttgart in focus
Stuttgart, the largest city in the state of Baden-Württemberg, has a population of around 613,111 and is regularly ranked among the top 5 European metropolitan regions by GDP. The city is picturesquely located on the Neckar in a fertile valley, surrounded by the Swabian Jura and the Black Forest, making it an attractive destination for tourists. In addition to its cultural diversity and the famous Cannstatter Volksfest, it also has a long history that dates back to Roman times.
The high quality of life in Stuttgart, which Mercer ranked as the 21st most livable city in 2015, attracts not only new residents but also numerous travelers. The automobile industry in particular, with the two important museums of Mercedes-Benz and Porsche, gives the city its special character. Stuttgart also offers a comprehensive public transport network, which increases mobility within the city and to distant destinations.
Tips for travelers
For more information about the new connection and booking, visit the website Moin.de, Wikipedia and Bahn.de.