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Residents in Schwerin defend themselves against bus chaos on Haselholzstrasse!
Residents in Schwerin are demanding solutions for bus line 7, which should relieve pressure on Haselholzstrasse. Discussions are pending at the Transport Committee.
Residents in Schwerin defend themselves against bus chaos on Haselholzstrasse!
The problems surrounding bus line 7 in Schwerin are gaining momentum. Exactly ten years ago, a compromise was reached: the buses should serve Haselholzstrasse and Hagenower Strasse equally. But reality has changed dramatically. Residents of Haselholzstrasse have been experiencing a massive increase in bus traffic for the past year, with all buses rolling unhindered through their street. The injured party, Jürgen Hildebrandt, has already submitted a petition in which he describes the situation as “unsustainable” and calls for the original 50-50 rule to be restored.
The residents' complaints are diverse: persistent vibrations and stress on the building structure cause problems for citizens, while noise and exhaust fumes significantly impair the quality of life. Hildebrandt draws attention to the urgent need to reduce traffic volumes and appeals to the city administration to address this problem. A return to the previous regulation is being demanded not only by him, but also by other residents.
City administration remains skeptical
However, the city administration, represented by Deputy Mayor Bernd Nottebaum (CDU), sees no reason to return to the split lines. The administration argues that the route via Haselholzstrasse represents an optimal connection for both residential development and the commercial center. A split route is seen as confusing and uncomfortable for passengers, which further supports the city's decision.
Surprisingly, several members of the main committee show understanding for the criticism of the burden on Haselholzstrasse. The managing director of bus line 7, Thomas Schlüter, explains that this line plays a central role in local transport and that the desire for a uniform route came from the city timetable conference. The topic of Haselholzstraße is expected to be put back on the agenda at the next timetable conference in January 2026.
The facts about bus route 7
Bus line 7 connects numerous central points in Schwerin. Here is an overview of the most important stops and travel times:
| Stop | Travel time (minutes) |
|---|---|
| Main station P+R | 1 |
| Marienplatz | 2 |
| Haselholzstrasse | 1 |
| Osterberg | 2 |
| Sports park | 1 |
| Castle view | 1 |
| Place of youth | 2 |
| Clinics | 1 |
Bus line 7 has a lot of potential, but it could be used better if the residents on Haselholzstrasse had to suffer less from the traffic burden. It remains to be seen how the city will take citizens' concerns seriously and whether a solution will soon be in sight. Northern Courier reports comprehensively on the ongoing discussion and the concerns of residents. Information about the bus route can also be found here fahrplan-bus-bahn.de.