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Saxony’s Narrow-Gauge Railways and Cableways Suspend Service for November Overhauls

Reduced subsidies are stretching this year’s planned maintenance pause.

Overview

  • SDG has halted the Lößnitzgrundbahn and Weißeritztalbahn until 25 November, the Fichtelbergbahn until 27 November, and Zittauer Schmalspurbahn runs are off through 28 November.
  • In Dresden, the Schwebebahn is closed through 14 November, with the Standseilbahn out from 17 to 28 November for regular autumn revision.
  • The Drahtseilbahn Augustusburg is shut Monday to Friday for winter prep and resumes service Saturday at 9 a.m., according to VMS.
  • Work includes greasing about 250 rollers, clearing leaf debris, and routine heating, control, and brake tests.
  • Operators say the pause enables track and vehicle servicing plus staff training and an emergency drill during a traditionally low-demand period.