Railway Bridge onProsperstraße to Undergo Inspection: Closure of German Railway Line
Starting on the 8th of July 2025, passengers using the 263 and 268 bus lines in Bochum will experience some changes due to an inspection of the Prosperstraße railway bridge. During this period, the bridge will be closed in both directions, causing a temporary disruption in the bus services.
The 268 line will see a few stops omitted in the direction of Zeche Franz Haniel, including Malakoffturm, Knappen-/Prosperstraße, and Bahnübergang. Passengers are advised to use the alternative stops at Speckenbruch and Prosperstr./Ostring instead. Conversely, in the same direction, the stops at Speckenbruch and Prosperstr./Ostring will be available as alternatives.
In addition, the 263 bus stop at Prosperstraße/Ostring will be relocated to Devensstraße during the inspection. The work is expected to take place between 8 PM and 4 AM.
It is important to note that these changes are specific to the Prosperstraße railway bridge inspection and may not be reflective of broader railway projects or maintenance activities happening across Germany. For instance, the electrification works from Basel Badischer Bahnhof to Erzingen, scheduled to start in September 2025, are part of a larger plan to modernize the German railway network, with completion expected by December 2027.
However, for the most accurate and up-to-date information about inspections, detours, and other local railway matters, it is recommended to consult local or official railway resources. These details may vary by region and are not always covered in the provided information.
As always, we encourage passengers to plan their journeys accordingly and check for any updates or changes before setting out. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding during this period of maintenance work.
During the Prosperstraße railway bridge inspection, the 263 bus line will temporarily have its stop at Prosperstraße/Ostring relocated to Devensstraße. Meanwhile, the 268 line will omit a few stops, including Malakoffturm, Knappen-/Prosperstraße, and Bahnübergang, with alternatives provided at Speckenbruch and Prosperstr./Ostring. This disruption is specific to this bridge inspection and may not reflect broader changes in the industry, such as the electrification works in Basel Badischer Bahnhof to Erzingen, which fall under finance and transportation sector modernization efforts.
