Train chaos in Schleswig-Holstein: Massive cancellations due to construction work!

Train chaos in Schleswig-Holstein: Massive cancellations due to construction work!

Today, July 6, 2025, there are numerous train cancellations in Schleswig-Holstein, which can be attributed to extensive construction work. Travelers must be prepared for significant restrictions on various lines, especially in connection with the damage to the overhead line that affects the routes between Flensburg and Neumünster as well as Kiel and Husum. The situation is anything but relaxing, and waiting for the next train can turn out to be a time-consuming affair.

The affected lines include the RE7, which serves the route between Flensburg, Kiel, Neumünster and Hamburg. There were already disruptions between Hamburg main station and Neumünster in the evening hours today. But further disruptions are to be expected in the coming days. From July 7th to 13th, trains will be canceled overnight and early in the morning between Rendsburg and Flensburg. Travelers are strongly advised to consider another transportation alternative to avoid inconvenience. [kn-online] reports that trains from July 25th to August 4th will not stop at Hamburg Central Station and will instead start and end in Hamburg-Altona.

Difficulties due to damage to overhead lines

As the regional magazine NDR reports, the reason for the current problems is, among other things, damage to an overhead line in the Rendsburg-Eckernförde district. This has meant that trains can no longer run between Flensburg and Neumünster. In addition, the RE7 trains now terminate in Neumünster or Hamburg. Here, too, there is a replacement bus service between the affected train stations to help travelers around 90 minutes. However, it remains to be seen how long the disruption will actually last, as the federal police expect the closure to last until the afternoon. What travelers should also pay attention to are the freight trains, some of which transport the tanks stationed at Rendsburg station.

The Northern Railway is also affected. Until July 7th, the RE72 and RB73 lines were discontinued at night between Kiel, Eckernförde and Flensburg. As an alternative, replacement buses were used to get travelers to their destination as quickly as possible. Finally, the RB82 between Bad Oldesloe and Bad Segeberg and the RB76 between Kiel and Kiel-Oppendorf will also be affected. In addition to these failures, travel times can be extended by buses.

Practical information for travelers

Before a planned trip, travelers should check the current situation on the Deutsche Bahn website and in the disruption area of ​​[db-fahrplan.com]. Here you can find current information about train cancellations, delays and rail replacement services. Smart commuters can also take advantage of additional functional offerings such as the interactive disruption map or push notifications to stay up to date.

Overall, it is recommended to consider alternative means of transportation and allow enough time if you still decide to take a trip that has a direct impact on your daily life. In view of the extensive disruptions, it is advisable to be well informed in order to be able to best prepare for the unforeseen travel obstacles.