Large S-Bahn closure in Munich: Patience asked until June 18!

Large S-Bahn closure in Munich: Patience asked until June 18!

in Munich, the weekend is all about commissioning the new electronic signal box at the Ostbahnhof. From this Saturday, June 7, 2025, the entire S-Bahn tracking tracking around the Ostbahnhof will be closed for a week. This measure is part of an extensive renovation that is intended to ensure the stability and efficiency of S-Bahn traffic in the Bavarian capital. According to BR , the closure will last by Friday, June 13, 2025, and it is recommended to use alternative means of transport.

Deutsche Bahn defined the signal box as a key project for the second regular route and the entire S-Bahn network stability. The commissioning itself was carried out by a complex process, which already had a major impact on the timetable in the run -up to the Pentecost holidays. The responsible area was divided into three phases. These begin with the nightly change on June 6th and end only on June 18, when reduced S-Bahn traffic is gradually raised again, such as timetables and replacement traffic

During phase 2, which lasts from June 7th to 13th, 2025, the tracks in the area of ​​the new signal box are completely quiet. Only the S-Bahn lines S2 and S3 still run on a shortened section between Pasing and Isartor. All other lines end at different points: the S6 and S8 in Pasing, the S4 on Heimeranplatz and the S1 at the main train station. Passengers are dependent on replacement buses, which pendulos every 5 minutes between Isartor and Ostbahnhof Süddeutsche.de .

Unfortunately, many passengers report inadequate information about the innovations and difficulties when switching to rail replacement buses. The system requires that the service employees have to be actively addressed at the stops. In order to facilitate the changeover to passengers, Deutsche Bahn provides information steles at train stations. There are also QR codes for quick orientation and information about announcements and passenger television.

criticism and challenges

The changeover was not without challenges: the construction of the new signal box extended over four years, with delays occurring, some of which are due to the complex technical implementation. Munich Mayor Dieter Reiter critically commented on these time delays, while Prime Minister Markus Söder had approved the construction of the signal box. The old signal box, which is 55 years old, is known for his susceptibility to interference and will remain in operation for the time being.

This weekend the Nations League final in the football arena is also expected, which ensures that the passenger number increases. It is therefore advisable to use the subway and tram as an alternative means of transport to avoid traffic jams and queues. Deutsche Bahn recommends using the online connection information and timetable apps to find the fastest connections and plan accordingly.

The complete return to the regular S-Bahn operation is scheduled for June 19. Until then, the Munich and their visitors have to hope for patience and prepare for the upcoming changes.