Heavy snowfall predicted for Wednesday, potentially causing travel disruptions with up to 15 centimeters of snowfall.
Berlin, and several other German regions, are bracing for wintry conditions this week, with snowfall expected to impact air and train travel.
According to a spokesperson, the city of Berlin is likely to see between 5-10cm of new snow, while surrounding areas could experience up to 15cm. The snowfall is set to begin around 17:00 on Wednesday afternoon, January 17, 2025.
The snowfall is already causing disruptions to flights from multiple airports, including BER, Frankfurt, and Munich. In fact, air traffic from Saarbrucken has been completely suspended due to the weather conditions.
The impact on train travel is also significant. The maximum speed on ICE trains has been limited to 200 km/h due to severe conditions, and train travel is likely to be restricted in various German regions. A spokesperson has warned of possible delays and cancellations.
Areas particularly affected by the snowfall, apart from Berlin, include regions in Bavaria such as Chiemgau-Inntal, Berchtesgaden-Ruhpolding, Oberland, Ammersee-Altmühltal, Ostallgäu-Lechfeld, and the Munich–Rosenheim–Salzburg corridor.
Domestic flights from BER airport have already been cancelled, and flights from Frankfurt and Munich are experiencing disruptions. Passengers are advised to check the status of their flights before travelling.
As always, safety is paramount during such weather conditions. We encourage all travellers to stay informed, plan their journeys carefully, and follow any advice from local authorities.
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