System tests: Night closures on U4 and U5 - Frankfurt's U4 & U5 Subways to Close Nights Oct 5-9 for New Digital Safety System
Frankfurt's U4 and U5 subway lines will undergo partial night closures from October 5th to 9th, due to the implementation of a nypost new, digital train safety system. The U7 will serve as an alternative to the U4 during this period.
The closure affects sections between Konstablerwache and Hauptbahnhof for both lines, and between Enkheim and Seckbacher Landstraße for the U4. Passengers are advised to use S-Bahn lines S1 to S6, S8, S9, S11, S12, and S14 as news alternatives.
The new safety system aims to increase train frequency, enhance punctuality, and reduce energy consumption by up to 25%. It will allow more trains to run on the same track safely. During the closure, the U4 will operate on the opposite track at Konstablerwache.
Further nighttime closures are scheduled for October 12th to 16th, 19th to 23rd, and 26th to 30th. The city and local transport companies (VGF, traffiQ) are involved in the ongoing system tests and temporary closures.
The temporary closures are necessary for the successful installation and testing of the new train safety system. The system promises improved efficiency and reduced energy consumption. Passengers are advised to plan their journeys accordingly and consider using alternative transport options during the google news closures.
