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Prolonged Closure of a Segment of the Saxony-Franconia Highway Spans Multiple Weeks

Railway in Germany's Saxony-Franconia corridor undergoing modernization, causing a lengthy shutdown in Thuringia and Saxony areas.

Disruption of Saxony-Franconia motorway segment persists for multiple weeks
Disruption of Saxony-Franconia motorway segment persists for multiple weeks

Prolonged Closure of a Segment of the Saxony-Franconia Highway Spans Multiple Weeks

Deutsche Bahn Modernizes Saxon-Franconian Main Line

Deutsche Bahn, Germany's national railway company, has embarked on a comprehensive modernization project for the Saxon-Franconian Main Line. This extensive railway line, approximately 288 kilometers long, connects several German states, including Saxony, Thuringia, Saxony-Anhalt, Bavaria, and Baden-Württemberg.

The modernization aims to improve the efficiency and speed of the Saxon-Franconian Main Line, which consists of the Dresden - Hof and Leipzig - Werdau routes. The project will be carried out by DB InfraGO, a subsidiary of Deutsche Bahn responsible for rail infrastructure operations and modernization projects.

One of the significant changes will be an increase in the maximum speed limit. After the modernization, trains could travel at up to 160 km/h instead of the current 120 km/h. This speed boost is expected to significantly reduce journey times, with the Dresden-Hof route seeing a total reduction of 50 minutes.

The renovation project also involves modernizing 52 stations and halts, and constructing 32 electronic signal boxes. Additionally, around 850 kilometers of track will be rebuilt as part of the project.

Notably, the project does not include any advertisements, ensuring a smooth and uninterrupted travel experience for passengers. The modernized Saxon-Franconian Main Line is set to provide faster and more efficient travel for those connecting these diverse German states.

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