Leipzig in change: giant construction sites and growth of the residents!

The city of Leipzig faces comprehensive construction work that affects both Landsberger Straße and the Leipzig south mile. From May 2024, the Leipzig south mile will be renewed over a period of several months over a period of 550 meters. The work includes the renovation of the tracks of the Leipzig transport companies (LVB), the adaptation of the lawn to climatic conditions and work on water pipes, district heating and power grid. While side streets will initially be affected, a full closure of the "Karli" between Südplatz and Kurt-Eisner-Straße can be expected from June, such as the Leipziger Volkszeitung reported .

At the same time, extensive construction work on Landsberger Straße begins on March 11, 2024, which are expected to last until 2025. This work concerns the area between Coppipplatz and Hans-Oster-Straße and include the renewal of track systems, track lines and the barrier-free design of the Viertelsweg stop. Further measures include the renewal of the road, new street lighting and additional parking spaces. Preparatory closures were set up in the previous week. From March 4, the area between Halberstädter Straße and Hans-Oster-Straße, including the Coppzipatz, will be fully blocked by the end of June, such as TAG24 reported .

diversions and traffic impairments

The extensive construction work leads to significant changes in the traffic flow. Drivers have to prepare for diversions: into the city via Max-Liebermann-Straße, Virchowstraße and Georg-Schumann-Straße to mid-December; Except of the city via Georg-Schumann-Straße and Slevogtstraße until mid-November. The use of local public transport (public transport) will also be affected. Tram line 4 will run to the replacement office, while a replacement bus is offered between Georg-Schumann-/Lindenthaler Straße and Landsberger/Max-Liebermann-Straße. In addition, tram line 10 only runs until the main train station, and bus lines 85, 90 and the Nachtbus N5 are also affected.