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Large transport association for East Saxony: ZVON and VVO are merging!
ZVON transport association will merge with VVO by the end of 2025. Goal: better networking and uniform public transport for Eastern Saxony.
Large transport association for East Saxony: ZVON and VVO are merging!
Something is happening in the world of public transport in East Saxony! The Oberlausitz-Lower Silesia Transport Association (ZVON) recently decided to join the Upper Elbe Transport Association (VVO). This was decided at the last association meeting with an impressive two-thirds majority meidresden.de reported. The city of Görlitz abstained from voting in order to support the merger process constructively.
The state of Saxony welcomes this merger as it aims to optimize the local transport network of the entire region. The desired large transport network should not only improve mobility, but also increase the quality of life of citizens if they can travel from city to city in a simple and cost-effective manner. Thousands of day trippers and commuters will benefit from this every day.
A harmonious interaction
The ZVON, founded in Niesky since 1995, and the ZVOE, which was launched in 1994, cover important districts in the region. While the ZVON is responsible for the district of Görlitz and the old district of Bautzen, the ZVOE covers the districts of Meißen, the Saxon Switzerland-Eastern Ore Mountains and Dresden. The ongoing negotiations also relate to the distribution of income and subsidies as well as the takeover of staff, such as Sachsen.de explained. Those responsible here certainly have a good hand!
A uniform tariff system is another major goal of the merger. Until now, passengers traveling from one fare zone to another may have to buy two or three tickets. This tariff limit runs through the Bautzen district and will fall with the merger. This brings relief – both financially and organizationally – for all public transport users.
Funding from the Free State
There is also financial support for the merger: the Free State of Saxony is providing one-off start-up financing of four million euros. This is in the spirit of strengthening rural areas and improving the attractiveness of public transport, as Bautzen's district administrator Udo Witschas emphasizes. The new network is estimated to represent around 1.6 million people who will benefit from this harmonious offer!
In conclusion, it can be said that the merger of ZVON and VVO should be completed by the end of 2025. What does this mean for passengers? Nothing changes for them for the time being. In the future, however, they can look forward to a common tariff offer and a better coordinated transport network. More information can be found in an FAQ list that is provided.
An exciting chapter for local transport in East Saxony is approaching!