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Rail chaos in Oldenburg: connection between Bremen and Emden closed!
After a shunting accident in Oldenburg, the rail connection between Bremen and Emden is closed. Travelers should stay informed.
Rail chaos in Oldenburg: connection between Bremen and Emden closed!
A serious incident at Oldenburg Central Station has drastic consequences for rail traffic in the region. On Friday evening, an unoccupied train derailed during a shunting operation, which led to the immediate closure of the important railway line between Bremen and Emden. Passengers who wanted to travel from Bremen to Oldenburg now have to prepare for significant diversions and train cancellations oz-online.de reported.
Detour and alternative stop
Deutsche Bahn has announced that both ICE trains and regional trains to and from Emden and Norddeich/Mole will be rerouted via Rheine. Numerous stops will be eliminated without replacement, but a replacement stop will be set up in Osnabrück. Travelers are strongly advised to find out about current connections before traveling, as regional traffic is also severely affected zeit.de points out.
Fortunately, there were no injuries in the incident, but clean-up work is proving difficult. How long the route will remain closed and rail traffic will be affected remains unclear for the time being. The situation could prove particularly stressful for commuters and travelers from East Frisia, as they are dependent on alternative means of transport.