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Direct train line Paris-Berlin suspended due to technical issues

Deutsche Bahn announces the suspension of direct connections between Paris and Berlin due to failures in the train control system provided by Alstom.

Direct train line Paris-Berlin suspended due to technical issues
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The direct rail link between Paris and Berlin has been suspended. Travelers must now make a connection in Germany, according to a statement from Deutsche Bahn.

The disruptions are due to technical problems related to the European train control system supplied by Alstom. This failure particularly affects ICE trains on this route.

Direct train line Paris-Berlin suspended due to technical issues
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Deutsche Bahn has expressed its hope that the errors within the system will be quickly resolved by Alstom. The German company considers these failures as blocking for train traffic.

As a result of this situation, passengers must now transfer, notably in Frankfurt or Mannheim, to travel from Paris to Berlin. These changes are disrupting the plans of many travelers between the two capitals.