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Deutsche Bahn Warns of Packed Trains This Long Weekend as Construction Slows Services

The operator links the surge to school holidays, fair weather, regional festivals, plus the Unity celebration in Saarbrücken.

Overview

  • Deutsche Bahn reports many services are already fully booked, limiting options for short-notice travelers.
  • Trains are expected to be especially crowded on Thursday afternoon, Friday morning and Sunday across both long-distance and regional routes.
  • Extensive track works are extending journey times nationwide, with the operator urging passengers to plan for delays.
  • On the StuttgartMunich line, journeys will take at least 30 minutes longer until Saturday due to a repair, after which normal timings are expected to resume.
  • Passengers are advised to check train occupancy, travel during off-peak times, pack lighter and reduce bicycle carriage, with calls for patience and courtesy on board.