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The route of the Franz-Josefs-Bahn from Gmünd to Vienna will be modernized according to a joint plan by ÖBB and the State of Lower Austria. Stations will be gradually renovated by 2028, made barrier-free, and equipped with electronic interlockings. In selected sections, the maximum speed will be increased to up to 160 km/h.

Modern Stations for a Future-Ready Franz-Josefs-Bahn

Großweikersdorf, Ziersdorf, Limberg-Maissau, Eggenburg, and Sigmundsherberg are stations that, according to Friday's announcement, will be renewed and equipped to be barrier-free. On the route, the superstructure, substructure, and overhead line will also be renewed in sections. Railway crossings are to be technically secured or, if possible, abandoned, according to ÖBB. In Allentsteig and Schwarzenau, extensive renewal work will be carried out from the end of March, during which several switches will be replaced and tracks will be newly laid. Furthermore, maintenance work will take place on the Gmünd - Göpfritz section, which will require a rail replacement service from March 29 to April 22. During the ongoing reconstruction work at Sigmundsherberg station, there will be a temporary reduction in platform availability, leading to schedule changes and individual train cancellations from Monday (March 24) to June 2. On the Sigmundsherberg - Eggenburg and Sigmundsherberg - Horn routes, a rail replacement service with buses will also be set up.

(APA/Red)

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