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Freight Train Derails Near Rosenheim, Shutting Cross-Border Line on New Year’s Eve

Extensive track damage suggests a prolonged shutdown pending an investigation.

Overview

  • The line between Rosenheim and Raubling is closed in both directions, suspending the RB 54 service between Munich and Kufstein.
  • Rail replacement buses have been operating locally since about 14:30 on Dec. 31.
  • Local reporting indicates a hazardous-goods wagon, reportedly carrying ethylene oxide, derailed without tipping and no leak was detected.
  • Initial assessments point to roughly two kilometers of track damage and a blocked neighboring track, signaling an extended outage and repairs.
  • Regional outlets report knock-on cancellations in Austria, including no trains expected Wednesday between Kufstein and Salzburg, while the cause remains under investigation.