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Important information events about the railway closure: This is what happens next!
The DB is providing information about the upcoming full closure of the Hamburg-Berlin route from August 2025. Information events on July 2nd and 3rd in Falkensee, Brieselang and Nauen will provide details on replacement buses and construction work.
Important information events about the railway closure: This is what happens next!
Deutsche Bahn (DB) has big plans and will begin a comprehensive general renovation of the route between Hamburg and Berlin on August 1, 2025. This extensive work will result in the full closure of the route until the end of April 2026, providing important information for commuters and travelers in the region. In order to keep those affected informed, information events will take place in Falkensee, Brieselang and Nauen on July 2nd and 3rd, 2025. These events are a good opportunity to obtain all the information you need, as they explain which replacement buses are available, how the guidance systems are designed and what specific construction work is planned. Participants can obtain information in Falkensee on July 2nd from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m., in Brieselang from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and in Nauen on July 3rd from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.
DB is aware that such construction projects pose challenges, especially when it comes to travel. That's why the replacement service is set up so that every passenger is offered a seat. According to vbb.de, the replacement buses should be able to respond more flexibly to changing demand. However, in the Falkensee area near Berlin it will not always be possible to guarantee a seat for every passenger. The high volume of traffic requires the use of numerous buses to ensure the mobility of travelers during the construction period and to avoid overloading.
Background and perspective
The general renovation measures are part of a larger concept to improve the railway infrastructure in Germany. Quality indicators for track position were introduced as early as 2015 in order to keep the railway lines in a high-quality condition. The annual infrastructure status and development report (IZB), which eba.bund.de provides information about, shows the progress in terms of investment and maintenance activities of the railway infrastructure companies. In this report, DB AG documents the current traffic situation and the measures that are being taken to improve the railways.
These renovation works are necessary not only to guarantee the safety and quality of rail connections, but also to cope with the increasing demand for train connections between major cities. Continuous evaluation of the infrastructure and the associated measures is crucial in order to examine the connection between the resources used and the quality of the infrastructure. A comprehensive assessment of these measures will be carried out by June 30, 2024 at the latest and the results will be essential for future planning.
The coming weeks are crucial for all travelers and commuters in the region. Find out more in advance to be well prepared for the changes!