Mega-Bahn renovation: Berlin-Hamburg completely closed from August 2025!

Mega-Bahn renovation: Berlin-Hamburg completely closed from August 2025!

A big project is just around the corner: the railway line between Hamburg and Berlin is extensively renovated. A general renovation is planned, which of 1. August 2025 to April 30, 2026 . Deutsche Bahn has already started preparing work in the past few days, which will have far -reaching effects in the region for many commuters and travelers. In Falkensee, areas east of the train station have already been planned and fastened, where soft and building materials are stored to ensure the smooth running of the construction work.

The entire work concerns not only the tracks, but also the course, overhead lines and the renewal of the lead and security technology. A total of around 28 traffic stations along the route are modernized , which promises a significant improvement in the travel experience. Environmental and species protection aspects are also taken into account: The previously selected areas are renatured after completion of the construction work or returned to their original use. MAZ-Online reports Preparations and the total of 130 construction site facilities , which were set up along the 278 -kilometer route .

impairments and replacement traffic

For the duration of the renovation, the route between Hamburg and Berlin is completely blocked. The changes in regional and long-distance transport must therefore not be underestimated. Commuters have to expect significantly longer travel times: the trip from Falkensee to Spandau is extended by more than 20 minutes, which could be a significant change for many travelers. The travel time between Hamburg and Berlin will also be extended by up to 45 minutes . [Deutsche Bahn informs] (https://www.deutschebahn.com/de/presse-regional/Pre-berlin-de/aktuell/Presseinformations/Generalsanierung-hamburg-berlin-ber-bern-fernzuge-und-Mehrs- Bot-im-Regionalverkehr-13276614) about the travel ends.

For the affected regional traffic lines, including the lines RE8, RE6, S1 and RB73, an extensive range of replacement is provided. Via 170 buses to 26 lines will be in use and 86,000 kilometers will cover up to . In addition, passengers can look forward to a new direct connection from Schwerin to Berlin every 2 hours.

Overall, as part of the renovation , more than 180 kilometers of tracks and around 200 soft are renewed, and six additional transfer points are created to increase the stability and flexibility of rail traffic. The train stations themselves are also made more attractive, with new toilet facilities and improvements in accessibility. In order to make the plans easier for passengers, the timetable data are now available Bahnbetrieb.de and in the app db navigator.

Another important step is to build radio masts for the upcoming rail radio FRMCs, which should further drive the future of rail transport in Germany. Virtual information events are also offered by the DB and VBB in order to always keep the public informed.

The upcoming changes are consistently positive, even if the adjustments to the new circumstances will initially bring some challenges for commuters and travelers.