Train Travel Disrupted Between Hanover & Hamburg: Overhead Line Damage Causes Cancellations, Evacuations
Hanover, Germany – Passengers traveling between Hanover and hamburg are facing significant disruptions today following damage to an overhead line near Celle.Deutsche Bahn (German Rail) has announced diversions and delays to long-distance services that are expected to last until at least this afternoon.
Teh issue, which surfaced overnight, forced the evacuation of over 140 passengers from a regional train stranded near Celle. Firefighters assisted in the operation,guiding passengers in small groups along a poorly lit 500-meter stretch to the platform area of Celle station.
“Travelers should be prepared for considerable delays and alterations to their journeys,” a Deutsche Bahn spokesperson stated on the railway’s homepage.
several station stops have been temporarily removed from service, including Lüneburg, Uelzen, and Celle. Along with the widespread delays, individual trains traveling between Hamburg and Hanover, and Bremen and Hanover, have been canceled outright.
Regional rail lines are also heavily impacted. Metronom railway company reports restrictions on the RE2 and RE3/RB31 lines between Uelzen and Hanover Hbf. Passengers are advised to seek option routes via Verden or Bremen.
S-Bahn services are also experiencing significant issues. The S7 line is suspended between Ehlershausen and Celle, with bus replacements in operation. The S6 line has been fully halted temporarily, according to the Hanover S-Bahn.
Travelers are strongly encouraged to check the Deutsche Bahn website or app for the latest updates and to plan accordingly.
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