Construction site chaos in Siegerland: train cancellations and closures in November!
Current information on construction sites, train cancellations and traffic changes in Siegen-Wittgenstein on November 6th, 2025. Learn more!

Construction site chaos in Siegerland: train cancellations and closures in November!
There is a lot to report in the region around Siegen, Wittgenstein and the Olpe and Altenkirchen districts. Current construction sites and changes in traffic are a hot topic and affect many commuters and travelers. According to a report by the Siegen newspaper Many of us regularly find out about the latest developments through the SZ traffic sticker.
The frequent delays and train cancellations are particularly annoying, especially on the RE9 connection from Siegen to Cologne. If you were hoping for smooth transport, you should be prepared for a journey time of around 90 minutes. The Rothaarbahn from Bad Berleburg to Betzdorf is also affected, as delays and cancellations are regularly reported here.
Construction sites and traffic adjustments
The construction sites in the region are causing additional diversions and changes to bus routes. A central project is the construction of the new roundabout as part of the Schleifmühlchen mega project in Siegen, the first construction phase of which started in May 2023. The federal highway 508 in Kredenbach and the construction work in Allenbach also require patience and flexibility from drivers.
For everyone who wants to keep their finger on the pulse of the news, the Siegener Zeitung also offers a free Whatsapp channel. This has now reached around 17,000 subscribers and provides information about current events in the region.
Technical difficulties with WhatsApp Web
So far, Meta, the company behind WhatsApp, has not released a statement about the cause of the problem. Users are already expressing their frustration online and sharing memes to deal with the situation. A little tip for everyone: If you don't want to lose the entire chat, you should keep the session open and don't close the application.
In times of construction sites and technical difficulties, it is important to stay well informed. Whether in front of the construction site or on the computer, anyone who wants to be up-to-date should continue to rely on the latest news in the future.