Hüskens demands concept for Harzer Schmalspurbahnen - Germany's Longest Narrow-Gauge Railway Needs 800M Euros by 2045
The Harzer Schmalspurbahnen (HSB), Germany's longest continuous narrow-gauge railway network, faces a significant financial challenge. A recent study estimates it needs around 800 million euros by 2045 to secure its future. Infrastructure Minister Lydia Hüskens (FDP) is pushing for a comprehensive plan to address this funding gap.
The HSB, which includes the Brockenbahn, has been incurring deficits in recent years, leading to a substantial funding gap. The network stretches over 140 kilometers in Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia, serving several counties and cities in the region. Shareholders, including the city of Nordhausen and the districts of Nordhausen and Harz, must now develop a future concept to secure the railway's survival.
Once the concept is finalized, the shareholders will collectively decide on the measures to be implemented. The goal is to ensure the HSB's long-term sustainability and preserve this unique piece of German railway history.
The HSB's future hangs in the balance due to a funding shortfall. Minister Hüskens' call for a comprehensive plan signals a concerted effort to save this iconic railway. The shareholders, representing various counties and cities, must now collaborate to develop a solution that secures the HSB's future for generations to come.
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