Victoria undertaking in Bonn: Remodeling is delayed by DB regulations

Bahn AG does not provide any construction frame for Victoria Unterfeenden

The city of Bonn is forced to move the planned conversion of the Victoria Unterworm. The work was originally supposed to begin in May 2025, but Deutsche Bahn AG has now announced that no building schedule is granted, since the railway Federal Agency was previously required. This decision came as a surprise to the city administration, as there was beforehand about the project.

Traffic Director and City Councilor Helmut Wiesner expressed his lack of understanding of the newly required approval in a letter to the train. The underpass, which serves as a barrier-free access to the Guido Westerwelle Bridge already completed, has been waiting for its implementation for years. Due to the current developments, the city of Bonn has lifted the public tender for the construction work in order to escape possible claims for damages. Wiesner calls for a review whether the original procedure can be maintained and new blocking breaks can be offered.

background of the project

Planning for improving the Victoria Unterfeitation has been in the phase of coordination with Deutsche Bahn since 2012. A construction implementation agreement was completed in 2020, and in 2022 the required planning documents were handed over to the train. The administration now fears that the railway procedure that is required by the DB could lead to a significant delay in the project.

Future Victoria Unse of the Victoria should not only be accessible by ramps and stairs, but also offer a pleasant and safe environment. It is planned to expand the underpass to the green area of ​​the old cemetery and a connection to existing foot and bike paths. This project is part of the more comprehensive "Rad axle West", which is supposed to improve the connection to the Bonn West.

outlook

The city of Bonn remains in close contact with Deutsche Bahn in order to find an alternative time window for the construction. Your goal is to start work before the generally renovated train in 2028. The administration remains optimistic that despite the current challenges, progress in the project can be made in order to improve the infrastructure in Bonn.