Tram traffic on Wuhlheide Bridge resumes without restrictions - Enhancements implemented by the Commission to bolster the safety of the railroad system.
Tram services at Wuhlheide in Berlin to Resume Gradually following Bridge Inspection
After a prolonged closure due to safety concerns, the tram line at Wuhlheide is set to reopen today. The Berlin Transport Authority (BVG) announced the resumption of services, starting with a shuttle service on line M17, running every 10 minutes between Blockdammweg and Schoeneweide S-Bahn station. The other tram lines will continue their diversions for the time being.
The BVG also discontinued the replacement bus service from this weekend, with all lines in the area returning to their regular schedules. The transition period is necessary to ensure all information systems and schedules are adjusted for stable operation. The Wuhlheide Bridge, located in Berlin-Oberschoeneweide, was closed due to its unstable condition since the end of April 2025.
Pedestrians and cyclists will also be able to use the Treskowallee to Edisonstraße from today. However, there is yet no traffic light at the intersection, and security personnel will manage both tram traffic and pedestrian and cycling traffic to maintain safety.
The Wuhlheide Bridge, a key infrastructure for crossing over the area, has been deemed structurally unsound since May 2025, with an increasing number of cracks along its entire length. The bridge's closure led to the shutdown of all traffic, including cars and pedestrians, since the end of April 2025. The demolition of the bridge began on May 25, 2025, and a significant part of it was demolished by May 28, 2025. The remainder of the demolition is expected to be completed by June 27, 2025. The first easements for motor vehicle traffic are planned for June 6, 2025, subject to construction progress and weather conditions.
The Berlin Transport Authority (BVG) has announced that the steel structure of the Wuhlheide Bridge, which was closed following safety concerns, will be replaced as part of the demolition and reconstruction process. Meanwhile, community aid has been mobilized for the steel industry, providing financial resources to ensure seamless public-transit operations during the tram line's closure and transition period. Additionally, alternative transportation, such as bicycle lanes along Treskowallee to Edisonstraße, have been established to minimize disruptions for transit users.
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