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During the Christmas holiday season, Deutsche Bahn’s long-distance trains operated with notable punctuality, offering smoother travel for passengers compared to usual service periods. Approximately 75 percent of long-distance trains arrived on time, marking a significant improvement for the national rail service.
Reduced Construction Work Supports Timely Operations
This enhanced punctuality is largely credited to a temporary pause in many construction projects across the rail network during the holidays. With fewer track works and infrastructure disruptions, trains were able to maintain schedules more effectively than in typical service periods.
What This Means for Expats in Germany
For expatriates living in Germany, efficient train service during the busy holiday months can be crucial. Whether visiting family, exploring Germany, or traveling internationally via connecting trains, increased punctuality reduces travel stress and improves overall mobility.
Looking Ahead
Deutsche Bahn’s holiday performance provides a potential model for how strategic planning of maintenance work can minimize disruptions. Expats and travelers may benefit if similar scheduling practices are applied more regularly.
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