Bahn chaos in Hesse: Refurbishment between Frankfurt and Heidelberg moved!

Bahn chaos in Hesse: Refurbishment between Frankfurt and Heidelberg moved!

Deutsche Bahn recently announced that the renovation of the important connection between Frankfurt and Heidelberg should later take place than originally planned. Instead of the desired restoration in 2027, the beginning of the comprehensive renovation work in 2030 is planned, such as sueddeutsche.de reported. The reason for this delay are overarching plans of a general renovation of general renovation, which could be extended by four years to 2035.

The plans for the routes in Hesse are not entirely off the table. The existing renovation projects, including the Unkel-Wiesbaden route, are to be continued by 2026. In addition, the renovation of the Fulda-Hanau route remains for 2027. However, all other route renovations in Hesse are planned after 2028 at the earliest. For example, renovations of the Bebra-Fulda and Kassel-Friedberg routes are planned for 2032 and 2031.

The renovation program "S3"

There is a special focus on the renovation program "S3", which aims to modernize the infrastructure of the highly stressed railway lines in Hesse. Over 40 heavily loaded sections of the route are to be extensively renovated, including the Main-Neckar-Bahn between Frankfurt and Heidelberg, which was initially planned for the first half of 2027. The measures not only include all -round renewal, but also a variety of technical and infrastructural improvements, which are intended to increase the quality and capacity in the rail network.

A central goal of these renovations is to improve the punctuality of the trains. The already modernized Riedbahn between Frankfurt and Mannheim has delivered positive results, which could significantly reduce delays in long-distance and local transport.

Extensive measures on the Main-Neckar corridor

As part of the comprehensive modernization measures, passengers expect numerous improvements. The plans provide for the renewal of around 80 kilometers of tracks, around 200 kilometers of driving wire and over 170 switches. In addition, six bridges, 15 punches and about 20 kilometers of noise protection walls are to be built. The modernization should also take into account the latest state of the art for tracks and switches in order to enable more flexible control of the trains.

A particularly gratifying detail for the passengers: the stations are not only modernized, but also barrier -free. Additional noise protection will also contribute to the well -being of the residents who often suffer from the noises of rail traffic.

The construction work is planned in such a way that they are carried out in five -month blocking breaks in order to keep the impairments for passengers as low as possible. In the period of the renovation, the Riedbahn will act as the main redirection route, while the S-Bahn lines should go to Langen/Darmstadt largely. There are also spacious diversions for freight traffic.

The Deutsche Bahn plans to present the first details about a traffic concept in the coming months, which is created in close coordination with rail traffic companies and tasks. The aim is to significantly improve the infrastructure in a short time in order to avoid major construction work over several years, as well as on Deutschebahn.com In summary, it should be noted: The upcoming renovation measures will bring a significant renewal of rail transport in Hesse. Even if the start of the work is delayed, the success of the Riedbahn projects are, for example, a ray of hope for the future of rail traffic.