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Rail chaos after fire: routes between Munich and Berlin closed!
Massive train cancellations between Forchheim and Bamberg after arson; Replacement buses set up. Delays expected in long-distance transport.
Rail chaos after fire: routes between Munich and Berlin closed!
Since Friday night, when a fire was reported in a pedestrian underpass in Hirschaid in the Bamberg district around three o'clock, there have been massive restrictions on train traffic between Munich and Berlin. The fire, in which wooden slats and pallets burst into flames, caused significant damage to the underpass, the load-bearing capacity of which now needs to be examined. The cost of the incident is around 25,000 euros. That's why the route between Forchheim and Bamberg will probably be closed until Thursday.
The fire brigade was able to extinguish the fire in time, but travelers must expect considerable delays. Long-distance trains, especially the ICE connections, which normally stop in Bamberg and Erlangen, are being rerouted and take a detour via Würzburg, which increases travel times by around 90 minutes. Furthermore, some IC connections between Nuremberg and Leipzig are canceled. The railway also warns of further problems in regional transport, as the S-Bahn line S1 from Nuremberg now ends prematurely in Forchheim.
Replacement traffic and disruptions
A replacement bus service was set up for the closed route. However, these buses, which run between Forchheim and Bamberg, do not stop at the smaller regional train stations, which makes the situation more difficult for many travelers. In order to still ensure a certain degree of mobility, large-capacity taxis are also provided for intermediate stops. The police are now investigating suspected arson and are actively looking for witnesses who can provide information about suspicious people.
The current situation has not only affected regional traffic, but also long-distance traffic between Nuremberg and Erfurt, which is also being rerouted. As br.de reports, passengers must continue to check as planned whether there are any changes to their connections and prepare for possible delays.
Overall, this incident shows how vulnerable our transport system is. It remains to be hoped that the investigation can be completed quickly and traffic will soon be running smoothly again. Until then, travelers should think through their travel plans carefully and use alternative offers to reach their destination safely. The situation continues to be monitored closely and further measures may need to be taken to stabilize traffic in the short term.
Those interested can find further information about the current traffic conditions at sueddeutsche.de and tagesschau.de.