Deutsche Bahn construction work: Massive restrictions in regional traffic!

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Bauarbeiten der Deutschen Bahn zwischen Köln und Bonn sorgen im Mai 2025 für Einschränkungen im Regionalverkehr. Aktuelle Infos hier.
Construction work of the Deutsche Bahn between Cologne and Bonn in May 2025 caused restrictions on regional traffic. Current information here. (Symbolbild/ANAG)

Deutsche Bahn announces extensive construction work, which will lead to considerable restrictions from May 19 to May 19, 2025 in regional transport between Cologne and Bonn. According to t-online.de this includes the work is part of a large-scale modernization of the ambulance technology Cologne and Bonn-Bad Godesberg are realized.

During the specified period, there will be construction site -related restrictions on important routes. These concern the connections between Cologne and Horrem/Pulheim, Cologne and Euskirchen as well as Cologne and Brohl/Walporzheim. Passengers can expect delays, and precise information about timetable changes and alternative travel options are provided by Deutsche Bahn before the start of the work.

modernization measures and investments

The work is part of a comprehensive plan to modernize signal box technology in the region, which will continue in the coming summer and autumn months. According to Deutschebahn.com invested in this context in total around 325 million Euro to increase the flexibility and reduce the susceptibility to interference in the node Cologne.

The measures concern specific signal boxes:

  • ESTW Köln Hbf: 160 million euros for the control of the S-Bahn, regional and long-distance transport.
  • ESTW Left Rhein: Investment of 110 million euros to control train traffic between Cologne and Bonn.
  • Estw Bonn-Bad Godesberg: 55 million euros for a new signal box in Bonn-Mehlem station.

Important components of the work include the laying of cables, the installation of new signals and the renewal of track systems. Many of the work is carried out at night or during the train operation in order to keep the impairment for travelers as low as possible.

temporary restrictions and diversions

Deutsche Bahn also announced extensive timetable changes and possible detours, which also affect long -distance trains. For example, there may be defects in trains between Cologne and Bonn. Travelers are encouraged to inform themselves about current changes via the Zuginfo.NRW website.

Special attention also applies to the measures already announced at Cologne Messe/Deutz station, which are pursued from November 19 to December 12, 2025. This work for the renewal of old turnouts can lead to considerable disorders in train traffic, as far long detours are necessary.

Travelers are asked to call up the relevant information before the start of the trip and to consider the possible inconvenience during the construction period. Deutsche Bahn thanks the passengers for their understanding and hopes for a long -term improvement of the rail offer.

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