DW All • June 27, 2026 10:11

Why Germany's Deutsche Bahn will face delays for many years

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Delayed, unreliable and forced into long detours due to construction: Germany no longer sets the pace when it comes to rail travel — and this is unlikely to change anytime soon. The company is mired in a deep crisis.

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Why Germany's Deutsche Bahn will face delays for many years

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Why Germany's Deutsche Bahn will face delays for many years

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