Overview

• The Federal Administrative Court ruled against eight lawsuits challenging the rail section linking the Fehmarnbelt tunnel and Fehmarnsund Bridge.
• Concerns over drinking water safety, noise pollution, and tourism impact were deemed unfounded by the court.
• The court confirmed that the two-phase rail implementation aligns with the Germany–Denmark treaty, ensuring sufficient rail capacity by 2029.
• Initial rail operations will use an electrified single track over the Fehmarnsund Bridge, with double-track expansion planned later.
• Schleswig-Holstein’s Economics Minister Claus Ruhe Madsen welcomed the decision and urged swift continuation of construction efforts.