Tram Service Resumption: Possible Restoration of Tram Operations on Wuhlheide Bridge as Early as Tomorrow - Trams likely to resume operations the day after tomorrow.
BERLIN - Pending final inspections, tram service may resume beneath the compromised Wuhlheide Bridge in Berlin-Oberschöneweide as early as tomorrow. Restored access for emergency services could alleviate disruptions in tram traffic and emergency response.
As of now, a partial resumption of service has already commenced, as per recent updates. The structurally unsound bridge has been the cause of a complete traffic halt since last Monday, impacting trams, cyclists, and pedestrians. The partial closure started in late April due to escalating cracks found during routine inspections. Demolition work began over the weekend.
Trams in the area have already resumed, albeit in an isolated fashion, with some lines still affected. On the Köpenicker side, trams are running in isolation, disconnected from the broader tram network.
Pending verification, this isolated operation may conclude tomorrow, facilitating access for emergency services to Treskowallee and Edisonstraße. In an emergency, security personnel are expected to clear barriers, enabling emergency, fire, and police vehicles to traverse the tracks. The Berlin Transport Authority aims to initiate a shuttle service tomorrow morning and revert to regular operation by Saturday at the earliest.
Further developments regarding the full restoration of the Wuhlheide Bridge for both trams and emergency services are yet to be announced. The demolition site is anticipated to be completed by June 27, 2025. The reopening for motor vehicle traffic is planned for June 6, 2025, although this schedule is subject to construction progress and weather conditions. A return to normal service for all types of traffic will ensue once the demolition site is cleared and any necessary repairs or rebuilds are concluded.
For accurate and timely information, it is recommended to refer to updates issued by the Berlin transport administration or local news sources.
The Berlin Transport Authority is contemplating the resumption of full tram service beneath the Wuhlheide Bridge, following completed inspections, which could occur as soon as tomorrow. This move may potentially reduce traffic disruptions and aid emergency response throughout the affected industry, finance, and transportation sectors.
Once the specialist crews complete their demolition work by June 27, 2025, and any necessary repairs or rebuilds are finished, the community policy and employment policy of the Berlin Transport Authority will aim to reinstate normal service for all types of traffic.
