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Heidestrecke Revival: Passenger Trains Return by 2027

After years of anticipation, the Heidestrecke will see passenger trains again by 2027. This new connection promises to ease travel to Hamburg and boost the Heidekreis.

In this image two trains are on the rail track. Front side of image there is a fence. There are few...
In this image two trains are on the rail track. Front side of image there is a fence. There are few poles on the land. A pole is having signal light attached to it. Right side of image there is a car on the road. Background there are few buildings. Top of image there is sky.

Heidestrecke Revival: Passenger Trains Return by 2027

The long-awaited revival of passenger train services on the Heidestrecke between Soltau and Lüneburg is set to become a reality by the end of 2027. The Lüneburg district, led by Landrat Jens Böther, is spearheading the project, which is eagerly anticipated in the Heidekreis.

Initially, diesel locomotives will be in operation, serving as a transition until battery-powered trains can be introduced. The first trains are expected to run at hourly intervals, with a journey time of approximately 49 minutes. Notably, the travel time to Hamburg via this route will not exceed the current connection via Buchholz.

The reactivation of this line is of significant importance to the Heidekreis, and the district welcomes the news. However, a stop in Drögennindorf is currently not feasible due to technical reasons. This could potentially lead to an additional stop in Hützel, benefiting the Heidekreis.

The first passenger trains on the Heidestrecke could start running as early as two years from now, offering a new connection and potentially relieving the current route via Buchholz. The Lüneburg district, under the leadership of Landrat Jens Böther, is committed to the prompt realization of this project, which is greatly welcomed by the Heidekreis.

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