Train trip to Grimma and Leisnig interrupted - vandalism ensures chaos!

Train trip to Grimma and Leisnig interrupted - vandalism ensures chaos!

In the region around the RB 110, there are currently considerable traffic disruptions. The train route between Leisnig and Grimma has been closed since today, due to vandalism, which resulted in a signal disorder. This is reported by the Sächsische Zeitung .

The trains of the regional train 110 currently only run between the Leipzig main station and the upper train station in Grimma. Bus emergency traffic has been set up to close the gap between Grimma and Leisnig. This serves the Tanndorf and Großbothen stops and is based on the regular train timetables. However, it should be noted that direct connections to the shortage of buses to the trains in Grimma and for replacement traffic in Leisnig cannot be guaranteed. The disorder is expected to continue until Thursday evening.

reasons for the blocking

The current incident is not the only one who has affected the railway line in recent months. A similar incident recently occurred in connection with another regional train. On February 25, 2024, football fans demolished a regional train during a ride, which led to property damage of over 25,000 euros. This is just one of many examples that indicate the enormous costs of vandalism. There are estimates that the Deutsche Bahn has to spend around two million euros a year alone based on vandalism and the associated security measures, as the Tagesschau

The incidents are not only financial in nature; They also affect the operating processes of the railway companies. In the average case between ten days to weeks, trains are due to damage, which in turn results in further changes in the timetable. At the moment, those responsible for the Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn have decided to carry out construction work on the RB 110 in October and November 2024, which is an additional burden. According to the Leipzig Internet management Rail replacement traffic is set up, especially between quiet and Döbeln Hbf. On selected departures.

conclusion and outlook

For travelers in the region, the reluctance to use the RB 110 is always a nuisance. The transport companies hope for more cooperation with the football clubs to minimize such incidents. In addition, improvements in fan travel are planned to ensure a more regulated and safer journey.

The situation remains tense. Travelers should find out more about the signs of gazing at the train stations and on the websites of the railway companies in order to stay up to date on changes in the timetable and any replacement traffic. Common action of everyone involved could help not only increase security, but also to strengthen trust in public transport.