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Signal Failure at Munich Central Station Disrupts Regional Rail Services

Technical issues have caused delays and cancellations on key routes, with no timeline for resolution as Deutsche Bahn investigates the fault.

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Overview

  • A signal malfunction at München Hauptbahnhof on May 21 has led to widespread delays and cancellations on regional routes, including München–FreisingLandshut and München–Geltendorf/Buchloe.
  • The disruption began at 16:30 UTC, and the root cause remains under investigation with no clear estimate for repair completion.
  • S-Bahn services between Laim and Moosach were temporarily halted after unauthorized individuals were reported on the tracks.
  • This incident follows a series of infrastructure issues in Bavaria, including an overhead line collapse near Ingolstadt last week and a suspected arson cable fire in April.
  • Deutsche Bahn has faced criticism over recurring technical failures and underinvestment in rail infrastructure, which continue to challenge service reliability.