Leipzig's S-Bahn faces overnight closures for critical track maintenance in February 2026

Leipzig's S-Bahn network will face significant overnight disruptions from February 8 to 20, 2026. The closures are part of planned track maintenance, with services suspended between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. each night. Several key lines will be affected, including the S3, S5, and S5X routes from Halle (Saale).

The Leipzig City Tunnel will shut completely during the nighttime hours for routine maintenance. Trains on the impacted lines will skip multiple stations in southern Leipzig, causing delays for late-night travellers.

The work coincides with other ongoing Deutsche Bahn projects in the region. The Dieskaustraße upgrade continues until late 2027, with a new phase beginning in mid-February 2026. Bahnhof Regis-Breitingen is also undergoing renovations, having started in January 2026, with a full closure planned for April and May. Additionally, planning for the Neubaustrecke Dresden-Prag route, including tunnel variants, remains underway, with works expected to finish by the end of 2026.

No specific details were found regarding the duration of the Leipzig City Tunnel's construction phase beyond the scheduled overnight closures.

The disruptions aim to minimise impact on daytime services while allowing essential maintenance. Passengers on the S3, S5, and S5X lines should plan for alternative transport during the late-night hours. Further updates on the Leipzig City Tunnel's long-term works have yet to be announced.