Residents in Aurich fear chaos due to railway reactivation!

Residents in Aurich fear chaos due to railway reactivation!

The planned reactivation of the Aurich-Abelitz railway line is currently causing a lot of discussion among residents. How NWZ Online reports, many citizens feel ignored and are concerned about the possible traffic impacts that the reactivation could bring with it. The “Get on the Rail” initiative in particular is committed to listening to the concerns of residents and incorporating them into the planning.

A resident from Moordorf describes the long history of rail transport in the region. Her family had to give up land over 100 years ago when train traffic began in 1883. The concerns are palpable: guests already have to be guided to the federal highway via tracks. Future plans suggest new roads could be created behind houses, particularly if railway crossings are closed.

Fears and criticism from residents

The resident mentioned is not fundamentally against the railway, but rather against decisions that are made without sufficient involvement of those affected. Helmut Wendt, chairman of “Ran an die Bahn”, complains that communication with the administration is not enough. Building authority manager Frank Süßen points out that the planned half-hourly train schedule could cut the community in two, which only reinforces the concerns of residents.

But where does this big project come from? After all, the Aurich-Abelitz route is one of six eligible railway routes Aurich railway determines. An attempt is being made here to restore as many connections as possible in the spirit of the mobility transition. In order to bring the route back to passenger traffic, investments of around 60 million euros are required. However, these costs also face various challenges, including the existing freight trains and the possibility of intensifying freight traffic on this route.

The underlying motivation

The reactivation of the railway lines aims to improve local public transport and promote environmentally friendly mobility. An important aspect is the increased attractiveness for holidaymakers and day trippers. There are numerous excursion destinations, particularly in the central East Frisian area, that can be reached in an environmentally friendly manner by train and bicycle.

However, the challenges should not be underestimated. The infrastructure in many areas is too old and prone to failure, which hinders the desired progress. The Federal Government According to him, the modernization of the rail infrastructure represents the fruit of reforming efforts to provide a regulated framework for the growing volume of traffic. The focus is on increasing the market share in rail freight transport and doubling the transport performance in rail passenger transport.

To secure the future of rail in the region, it will be crucial to regain the trust of local residents. Dialogue between citizens and those responsible is essential in order to find a solution that takes both progress and the concerns of local residents into account.