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The train drivers’ union GDL has called on Deutsche Bahn staff to strike again. This will begin in passenger traffic early Wednesday morning at 2 a.m. and last until next Monday at 6 p.m.

The union announced this on Monday evening. The union members of DB Cargo, responsible for freight transport, have gone on strike from 6 p.m. on Tuesday. Commuters face difficult days again, with thousands of train cancellations expected.

Only on Friday did Deutsche Bahn present a new fare offer to bring the GDL back to the negotiating table. This also includes an option for one hour less working time for drivers and train conductors from January 1, 2026. However, this was apparently not enough for new negotiations. “With the third and supposedly improved offer, Deutsche Bahn AG has once again shown that it is undeterred in continuing its previous course of refusal and confrontation – there is no trace of any desire to reach an agreement,” the GDL said -declaration.

This is how the SBB responds

The rail strike announced in Germany on Wednesday will lead to the loss of many cross-border rail connections to and from Germany. The SBB is currently developing a replacement concept for the Swiss part of the route.

The aim is to ensure that domestic traffic is not disrupted if possible, the SBB announced on Monday. We have close contact with Deutsche Bahn. The consequences of the railway strike in Germany are still unclear at this time.

SBB wants to inform its customers as quickly as possible about the consequences of the strike for Switzerland. They advise postponing travel to or through Germany to another time. As part of a special goodwill gesture from Deutsche Bahn, travelers have the option to postpone their trip and use the ticket sooner or later.

(sda/dpa)