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Bohmte - Bad Holzhausen railway line: Is reactivation coming?
The article provides information about the possible reactivation of the Bohmte-Bad Holzhausen railway line in order to improve local transport and climate-friendly mobility in the Osnabrück region.
Bohmte - Bad Holzhausen railway line: Is reactivation coming?
In Lower Saxony, the aim is to reactivate certain disused railway lines. One focus is on the connection between Bohmte and Bad Holzhausen, which the state government sees as part of the transport transition for local rail passenger transport (SPNV). This reports NOZ.
The current situation on this route is promising. The railway tracks have already been upgraded by the Osnabrücker-Land transport company. Eurobahn's diesel multiple units, even though they are around 20 years old, are well maintained. Nevertheless, further investments are necessary to fully reactivate the route for passenger traffic.
Optimism among the population
Members of the Osnabrück Green Party, Anne Kura and Volker Bajus, are optimistic about the reactivation of the railway line. At a parliamentary steering committee that met on February 27, 2025, the green light was given to continue the planning. The next steps include a detailed cost-benefit analysis to determine long-term operating costs and prepare planning and funding applications. This phase is seen as crucial to improve climate-friendly transport and strengthen local transport services in the region Bunny mail reported.
At the same time, the reactivation of other sections of the route in Lower Saxony, such as between Lengerich and Versmold, is being pushed forward. Particular emphasis is placed on citizen participation because it is essential for the acceptance of such infrastructure projects.
Infrastructure and transfer options
The railway line between Bohmte and Bad Holzhausen is single-track and not electrified. Nevertheless, insights into the accessibility of the station are provided: For example, the DB local train RE 9 stops every hour in Bohmte, which offers commuters from Rahden the opportunity to travel on to Osnabrück or Bremen. It is also possible to drive to Holzhausen and change there to the RB 71 to Bielefeld.
In order to create a direct connection, reactivation would definitely be beneficial for passengers. At the moment, bus transport is a transfer option for travelers who want to get from Pr. Oldendorf to Bad Holzhausen.
In summary, this project views reactivation as a significant infrastructure project. In addition to strengthening local public transport, it is also hoped that climate-friendly alternatives will be promoted in the region, which will also support the adherence to environmentally friendly technologies such as modern battery-powered multiple units. These can operate with a range of around 250 km, so that the connection to Bad Holzhausen can appear in a new, more efficient light, as described by Lower Saxony is held.