From 5 October 2026, the Tegernsee-Bahn will renew rails and sleepers on the Gmunder Berg. The Schaftlach–Tegernsee section will be completely closed until 17 October; BRB will set up rail replacement services with buses.
Quick overview
This report is mainly relevant for rail travellers, as it may have concrete effects on planning, connections or infrastructure. The focus is on Tegernseebahn, Bayerischeregiobahn, BRB, construction works, rail replacement service, Gmunderberg, Schaftlach and infrastructure. The key points are summarised compactly below.
Key points
- Full closure of the Schaftlach–Tegernsee section from Monday, 5 October 2026, 7:45 a.m., until Saturday, 17 October 2026, 7 p.m.
- Renewal of rails and sleepers on the Gmunder Berg by the Tegernsee-Bahn, construction works around the clock, including at night and on weekends.
- Bayerische Regiobahn (BRB) sets up rail replacement services with buses.
- Preparatory night works are already underway at the end of September without affecting regular train services.
- Timetable information from BRB, in real time via “BRB Störungsinfo” on Facebook and the BRB WhatsApp channels (www.brb.de).
What this means for travelers
In the short term, little usually changes for travellers, but in the long term, such projects can bring more stable timetables, better connections and more capacity. During construction phases, diversions and temporary restrictions are possible.
Context
Deutsche Bahn (Tegernsee-Bahn) is carrying out extensive track and sleeper renewals on the Gmunder Berg to make services on the line into the Tegernsee Valley more punctual and reliable. For travellers, this means a two-week full closure with bus replacement services.
What to watch now
- Check specific timetable or construction information only once travel dates are fixed.
- Allow more generous connection times for international journeys.
- Keep an eye on source and operator information, in case dates are still provisional.