Hopping Around Munich During Easter Weekend: S-Bahn Suspension and Alternatives
No S-Bahn services along the primary route during the Easter weekend - Subway service disrupted on primary line over Easter weekend
When it comes to navigating Munich's bustling city during the long Easter weekend, be prepared for unexpected delays on the S-Bahn's main line starting from Good Friday, April 18, 10:40 PM, through Tuesday, April 22, 0:40 AM. The western section of the main line between Donnersbergerbrücke and Pasing will be out of service due to construction work at the Laim station, with buses running every 10 minutes as a substitute.
Why all the chaos, you ask? Well, the Laim station is part of the second main line currently under construction, aiming to take some stress off the congested inner-city route. estimates now put the project's costs at a whopping 9.369 billion euros, significantly more than the previous estimate of 7.05 billion euros due to inflation-related price hikes.
But fear not, fellow travelers! If you're making your way from the west towards the city center over the Easter weekend, hop on the S6 or regional trains with direct service to the main station at Pasing or the S1 from Moosach to the main station. The S7 remains unscathed by this drama. Remember, though, that those traveling on the S2, S4, S6, and S8 lines should brace for some disturbances on the first holiday weekend, April 12-13, from 5:30 AM to 4:00 PM, due to work on the new signal box at the east station. In this case, expect replacement bus services between the east station and Trudering or Johanneskirchen.
In the world of train travel, holidays often mean possible hiccups. In such times, embrace flexibility, stay informed, and keep your eyes peeled for alternative transport options. To stay ahead of the track (pun intended), consult local transport websites, official Munich transport authorities, and even friendly social media channels for real-time updates and alerts. Enjoy your Easter weekend amid the friendly charm of Munich – after all, it's not every day you get to explore the Bavarian capital with a bit of adventure!
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The Commission has also been consulted on the draft directive on the protection of employees in Bavaria, particularly those working on the expensive buses running as alternatives during the closure of the S-Bahn line between Donnersbergerbrücke and Pasing during the Easter weekend in Munich. This closure is due to construction work at the Laim station, which is part of an overburdened second main line aimed at taking stress off the congested inner-city route. On Fridays, travelers can consider the S6 or regional trains with direct service to Pasing as alternatives, while delays are expected on the first holiday weekend, April 12-13, due to work on the new signal box at the east station.
