Train Service Suspension: Tracks to Remain Closed Through End of the Week at Least - Railway shutdown continuing until at least the end of the week
The Munich-Holzkirchen railway line, a vital connection to popular destinations such as Tegernsee and Lenggries, has been temporarily closed due to damage to seven switches. This unexpected closure has led to longer waiting times and overcrowded buses and minibuses as commuters scramble for alternative means of transport.
The Munich S-Bahn and Bayerische Regiobahn have advised against non-essential travel on the affected line. In response to the situation, the transport minister, Christian Bernreiter, from the CSU party, has criticised the railway for the sudden closure without warning and for losing control of its infrastructure.
Repairs are complex due to the need for custom-made switches from the DB's switch workshop. However, the transport minister expects a quick repair of the railway line and timely passenger information regarding the closure and replacement transport.
The replacement transport for the railway line cannot offer the same capacity as trains, and the service is running relatively smoothly but without a fixed timetable. Seventeen buses and up to 60 minibuses are running as replacement transport between Holzkirchen and Giesing.
The transport minister also expects more space in the replacement transport for commuters. It is essential for travellers to be aware that this unexpected closure may cause delays and disruptions to their journeys.
This is not the first time a railway line in the region has been closed for maintenance or upgrades. Typically, track repair projects can last several weeks to multiple months, depending on the scope of the work. Closures are often planned outside peak traffic days or provided with alternative transport.
In recent cases, replacement buses have run along the usual train routes to serve passengers during the closure period. For long-distance routes, ticket holders may be offered options to travel via other routes or modes.
If you have more detailed local information or a specific section of the Oberbayern Bahn in question, further research can be conducted to provide more precise guidance. At this time, no direct official or media reports have been found for an Oberbayern Bahn track closure during summer 2025. However, if such a closure were to occur, it would likely be due to track refurbishment or modernization works and last at most a few weeks to months.
Travellers are advised to consult Deutsche Bahn or local Bavarian transport authorities for official updates on any closures and transport options.
The Commission might consider proposing a directive on the protection of workers within the industry, finance, and transportation sectors, given their potential exposure to ionizing radiation due to this railway line closure and the increased usage of alternative transport options. The unexpected closure of the Munich-Holzkirchen railway line, involving multiple industries such as the railway industry itself, has highlighted the need for better infrastructure management and contingency plans, including the provision of sufficient capacity in replacement transport.
