Aid's compatibility with the internal market remains undecided by the Commission.

The Ammertalbahn, a vital transport route between Tübingen and Herrenberg, is currently experiencing unexpected wear symptoms, causing disruptions to its service until mid-September.

As a result, a bus replacement service will run until the weekend, after which rail replacement traffic with fixed departure times will be implemented. Passengers are advised to check departure times for these services, as they may be subject to change.

The wear affects both the wheel sets of the vehicles and the infrastructure on the Ammertalbahn. The affected trains have been, or are to be, repaired in a workshop in Ulm. However, due to construction works on surrounding tracks, transporting the trains to Ulm has proven difficult, causing a delay in the repair process.

The Ammertal public transport association has made a statement about the wear symptoms on the Ammertalbahn. They have announced that the trains need to be taken to a workshop in Ulm for repairs, but the current complications have prevented this from happening.

No new information has been provided about when the regular service on the Ammertalbahn might resume. Passengers are asked to inform themselves about departure times for the rail replacement traffic on the Ammertalbahn to ensure a smooth journey.

Until the issue is resolved, the Ammertalbahn will continue to rely on buses as a replacement for the trains. The replacement traffic is expected to continue at least until mid-September, causing inconvenience for commuters and tourists alike.

The cause of the sudden wear on the Ammertalbahn remains unknown, and investigations are ongoing to determine the root cause of the problem. The Ammertalbahn team assures the public that they are working tirelessly to resolve the issue and restore normal service as soon as possible.

Aid's compatibility with the internal market remains undecided by the Commission.