Incident Details
From 11-13 August, the German Train Drivers’ Union members will be conducting a nationwide strike in Germany. The strike is an attempt to receive higher wages as the union is in the middle of contract negotiations with the Deutsche Bahn rail company. Rail travel nationwide will be disrupted and route cancellations are highly likely over those few days.
Traveler Safety
SafeAbroad travelers are advised to re-confirm rail travel plans and seek alternative transportation. Travelers should maintain enhanced situational awareness during transit and plan travel routes in advance. Contact your program leaders if you have questions. Monitor the incident via local sources.
