Leisure time - Eleven million passengers on the Black Forest Railway in 2023
Deutsche Bahn (DB) has finally overcome the coronavirus pandemic on the Black Forest Railway between Karlsruhe and Constance. In its anniversary year, DB Regio transported around eleven million passengers on the popular tourist route, reaching the level of 2019, a spokeswoman told Deutsche Presse-Agentur. "2023 was a strong year for travel on the Black Forest Railway," she said.
The rail link from the Rhine plain to Lake Constance, which is full of bends and tunnels, celebrated its 150th anniversary last year. According to DB Regio, the route with spectacular views of fir forests, valleys and farms was officially opened to traffic on November 10, 1873.
To mark the anniversary, ICE trains with tilting technology were running for the first time in the summer months, but only on certain days. From Hamburg to Lake Constance without changing trains - that was the motto. According to Deutsche Bahn, demand from users was in line with expectations - figures for the ICE remained undisclosed for competitive reasons.
According to Deutsche Bahn, ICE trains were temporarily available for the route due to construction elsewhere in Germany. "We used them for the tourist offer and extended individual journeys from Hamburg beyond Karlsruhe to Constance," the spokesperson summarized. According to previous railroad information, it has not yet been decided what will happen in 2024.
There was also construction work in the anniversary year, for which the railroad invested around 30 million euros. Rails, sleepers and ballast were renewed between St. Georgen (Black Forest-Baar district) and Villingen-Schwenningen in the spring.
In a pilot project, DB Regio tested bodycams on the line in order to curb attacks against employees. "The feedback has been very positive across the board." The portable video cameras for train attendants have defused conflict situations, according to Deutsche Bahn. The cameras are now also being tested in Bavaria and other regions.
DB Regio on the Black Forest Railway
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- Despite the challenges posed by the Coronavirus, DB Regio in Baden-Württemberg managed to open the railway line between Karlsruhe and Lake Constance, also known as the Black Forest Railway, to the public again, resulting in around eleven million passengers in 2023, matching the numbers from 2019.
- In honor of the 150th anniversary of the Black Forest Railway, DB Regio introduced ICE trains with tilting technology on certain days during the summer months, attracting passengers who wanted to travel from Hamburg to Lake Constance without changing trains.
- The German Press Agency reported that the popularity of the Black Forest Railway showed constancy, as even during the pandemic, passengers continued to choose this scenic route for their leisure time activities.
- The Black Forest Railway, which features breathtaking views of fir forests, valleys, and farms, officially began operations on November 10, 1873, as revealed by DB Regio.
- In an effort to improve the safety of its employees, DB Regio conducted a pilot project in 2023, equipping train attendants with bodycams to deter attacks and defuse conflict situations.
- The Black Forest Railway, a crucial component of German tourism and leisure activities, is located in Baden-Württemberg, a region known for its rich cultural heritage and picturesque landscapes, such as the Bodensee.
- The success of the Black Forest Railway in attracting over eleven million passengers in 2023 is a testament to the resilience of the German railroad and the enduring allure of open-castle experiences, even in the face of global challenges like the Coronavirus pandemic.
Source: www.stern.de
