Storm chaos in Lower Saxony: Nordwestbahn stops train traffic!

On January 6, 2025 at 7:51 p.m., the Nordwestbahn suspended all train traffic indefinitely. The reason for this measure is strong gusts of wind in the Bremen region, reaching speeds of up to 85 km/h, as the German Weather Service (DWD) announced. Travelers are advised to pay attention to the latest news about their connections. The Nordwestbahn currently operates 13 lines in northwest Germany.

While the Nordwestbahn ceased operations, Metronom and Deutsche Bahn trains continued to be in use. For next Tuesday, the DWD is forecasting cloudy weather with some heavy showers as well as snow or sleet. Daily highs will be between 4 and 6 degrees Celsius, indicating wintry conditions.

Further traffic disruptions in Lower Saxony

The storm over Lower Saxony is also causing problems with rail traffic in other regions. The Nordwestbahn has suspended train traffic on all networks, while the operator Start Niedersachsen Mitte has also suspended train traffic on the RB 77 between Herford and Hildesheim. A replacement bus service has been set up here.

In addition, there were disruptions on the S1 line from Hanover to Minden due to a defective switch between Lindhorst and Minden. The railway line between Osnabrück and Wilhelmshaven is also closed because uprooted trees near Badbergen pose a danger. Ferry operations from the island of Wangerooge to the mainland are restricted, although the ferry to Spiekeroog did not run in the afternoon.

According to the DWD, the wind is expected to ease in the evening and night of Tuesday, but possible severe thunderstorms with sleet and hurricane-like gusts are to be expected on the North Sea. Weather conditions in Lower Saxony will be mostly cloudy, with showers possible and temperatures falling to 4 degrees Celsius overnight, down to -1 degrees Celsius in the Harz.