Weather - After snow chaos: Deutsche Bahn launches long-distance train routes in Munich
Following the severe onset of winter, Deutsche Bahn is gradually and sporadically resuming long-distance services at Munich Central Station, according to a spokeswoman on Sunday. This initially applies to the Munich - Nuremberg and Munich - Stuttgart routes, in both directions. However, there are fewer trains in operation and it is not possible to guarantee a ride.
Passengers should inform themselves about the status of their respective connection before starting their journey and postpone unnecessary train journeys until Tuesday or later if possible, said the spokeswoman.
Heavy snowfall on Saturday night had largely paralyzed rail traffic in large parts of southern Germany. Trains covered in snow were unable to start, trees collapsed under the weight of the snow and blocked tracks, and overhead lines were iced over.
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- Despite the ongoing challenges, passengers planning to travel on the German railroad from Munich to cities like Nuremberg or Stuttgart should be aware that the onset of winter has led to snow chaos at the main station, affecting traffic in Bavaria and other parts of Germany.
- As a result of the severe weather conditions, travelers are encouraged to check the status of their connections before departing on Sunday or consider postponing their journey until Tuesday or later, as only limited long-distance train services between Munich and some German cities, such as Nuremberg and Stuttgart, are being restored on the German railroad.
- The severe weather conditions, with heavy snowfall, collapsed trees, and iced-over overhead lines, had a significant impact on rail traffic across large parts of southern Germany on Saturday night.
- In light of the hazardous weather, Deutsche Bahn is gradually resuming its long-distance train routes in Munich, with an initial focus on the Munich - Nuremberg and Munich - Stuttgart German railroad routes, in both directions.
- It is crucial for passengers to remember that although the German railroad is resuming limited train services in Munich, there are fewer trains operating and it cannot guarantee a seat for all due to the ongoing weather challenges.
- On a brighter note, the German railway authorities and maintenance teams are working tirelessly to restore normal service as soon as possible on the German railroad, given the challenging winter weather conditions in Munich and other cities in Bavaria and Germany.
Source: www.stern.de
