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Unkel train station: Modernization plans shed light on the darkness!
The Unkel train station in Neuwied is being modernized: plans for accessibility and improvement of the station environment are presented.
Unkel train station: Modernization plans shed light on the darkness!
The train station in Unkel is currently being criticized because it is perceived as uninviting. Martin Mendel, deputy state chairman of the Pro Bahn Rhineland-Palatinate/Saarland passenger association, evaluated the station. In his judgment, the station forecourt is classified as being in good condition, while the platform is unkempt and not barrier-free. What is particularly noticeable is that Linz train station does better in the rating, but is also not perfect.
A billboard on the old train station building in Unkel, which depicts former Federal Chancellor Willy Brandt, arouses a certain historical interest. This plaque points to the Willy Brandt Forum, which is well known in the area.
Modernization of the Unkel train station
In a positive step for the future of Unkel station, it was announced that it has been included in the state program to modernize transport stations in Rhineland-Palatinate. This was done by Dr. Klaus Vornhusen, the corporate representative of Deutsche Bahn AG, was informed. During the course of the year, Deutsche Bahn AG will approach the city of Unkel to coordinate details on financing and the timing of the measures.
In addition, on February 2, 2021, the Unkel city council decided to invest over two million euros in the redesign of the station area. Dr. Klaus Vornhusen praised the city council's decision as positive. Alfons Mußhoff, CDU parliamentary group spokesman, was also pleased with the response from Deutsche Bahn AG and highlighted the commitment of CDU members of the state parliament and the former chairman of the Unkel Senior Citizens and Disabled Advisory Board for the modernization of the station. Deutsche Bahn AG's “Strong Rail” strategy aims to get more travelers on the rails and improve the transition between rail, bus and bike.
For further information on the assessment of Unkel station and the upcoming modernization work, you can read the full article on the Rhine newspaper and that NR courier read up.
– Submitted by West-East media