Kasinostraße (Regional Network Project) -
Various renovation projects will be carried out in the area around Aachen’s main train station in the coming years. Work will begin on October 26 on Kasinostraße, where Regionetz will be renovating the sewer and utility lines. The work will continue through August 2027.
Immediately following that, in September 2027, the urgently needed renovation of the Burtscheider Bridge will begin. These two projects are interdependent in terms of both location and timing. Traffic diverted from Kasinostraße will be routed via Burtscheider Straße and the bridge. Public transportation will be rerouted via Eynattener Straße.
You can find all the important information on the Regionetz website.
City of Aachen
Public Information Session
On October 15, 2026, the City of Aachen, Aachener Stadtbetrieb, and Regionetz held an online information session to provide details about the two construction projects and the detour routes.
You can find the slide sets here.
The Most Important Questions & Answers at a Glance
Why is a complete closure necessary?
The sewer lines are well over 100 years old and need to be replaced. The entire sewer line running down the center of the street will be replaced over a length of 550 meters. During construction, there will not be enough space to allow traffic to pass the construction equipment in a single lane. Therefore, a full road closure is necessary.
When will the construction project begin, and how long will it take?
October 26, 2026, through August 2027
Are delays due to weather conditions factored into the schedule?
Yes, any delays caused by inclement weather have been factored into the construction schedule.
Will parking spaces on Kasinostraße be eliminated?
Parking spaces will be unavailable during the construction project. Since the project will be divided into three phases carried out one after the other, only certain areas will be affected at a time.
How will the detour affect parking for residents on the detour routes?
Some parking spaces will be eliminated due to two-way traffic. During the project, these no-parking zones will be reviewed with emergency services and public transportation providers to assess their functionality and necessity, and adjustments will be made as needed. Every effort will be made to preserve as many parking spaces as possible for residents.
Why are driveways blocked off?
Driveway closures are part of construction work related to the maintenance or new installation of utility lines. You will be notified of the closure approximately one week in advance via flyers or similar means. Every effort will be made to limit the closures to just a few days. If your own driveway is affected, you will need to find alternative parking spaces on your own for a short time. You will be provided with a phone number to contact the site manager in charge to discuss alternatives.
Is a discount offered on resident parking permits?
No discounts will be offered on resident parking permits. Likewise, there will be no expansion to other parking zones.
Why can't bus routes 34 and 54 be rerouted via the Burtscheider Bridge?
There is a weight limit on the Burtscheider Bridge due to its deteriorated condition. A load exceeding 7.5 metric tons is no longer acceptable. Buses and trucks are generally heavier than that.
Will there also be preparations for the south exit of the main train station?
No, this measure was put on hold by policymakers.
Can pedestrians continue to use Kasinostraße?
The construction work is limited exclusively to the roadway. Pedestrians can continue to use Kasinostraße and the road tunnel as usual.
If I have any questions during the construction project, who should I contact?
You can find information about the construction project at any time at www.regionetz.de/baustellen and www.aachen.de/kasinostrasse.
Please feel free to send your questions by email to baustelle@regionetz.de.
The Regionetz construction manager will also be on site every day. You can also ask him your questions in person.
Detours
A detour will be signposted for the road closure in order to divert traffic to alternate routes in advance and keep traffic volume low in the residential area.
City of Aachen
City of Aachen
Truck
Heavy-duty vehicles weighing over 7.5 metric tons should bypass the area as much as possible: Vehicles heading toward Eupen should use Lütticher Straße and, if necessary, take the Brüsseler Ring to bypass the area; vehicles heading toward Kasinostraße should use Robert-Schumanstraße, Viehhofstraße, and Friedrich-Ebert-Allee, and then, if necessary, take the Alleenring to continue on their way. You can find the complete map here.
Real-time traffic data: the mobility dashboard
The City of Aachen's mobility dashboard provides you with up-to-date traffic information for various modes of transportation.
Mobility Testing and Consulting Services for Businesses
A low-threshold program offering mobility vouchers is available to businesses located in the area; its purpose is to introduce employees who fear their mobility may be restricted due to the changed traffic situation to various mobility alternatives. This can help alleviate the burden on those affected. The following options are available for testing:
- Mobility credits that can be used to book various services (public transportation, car-sharing) in movA
- Coupon codes for free rides on the Euregiobike
- Free rides with various e-scooter providers
- Free “Quick Check” (mobility consultation) for businesses
To take advantage of this offer, please send an email to mobilitaetsmanagement@mail.aachen.de, including the following information: the name and address of your company, the number of employees, and any special notes or interests regarding the mobility program.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Routes 14, 14E, 34, 34E, 34V, and 54 will be rerouted via the local detour routes.
You can find information on the ASEAG website, among other places.
City of Aachen
Lines 14 and 14 E – toward Eupen: Departures from this stop will be moved from H1 (Kurbrunnenstraße) to H2 (Römerstraße). Starting at the Normaluhr stop, buses will travel via: Kurbrunnenstraße – Friedrich-Ebert-Allee – Karl-Marx-Allee – Adenauerallee – Siegelallee – Salierallee – Eupener Straße to the Ronheider Weg stop.
Lines 34, 34E, 34V, and 54 – Toward Diepenbenden: Departures from the Normaluhr stop will be moved from H1 (Kurbrunnenstraße) to H3 (Dunantstraße). Starting at the Wallstraße stop, buses will travel via: Dunantstraße – Römerstraße – Lagerhausstraße – Mozartstraße – Habsburgerallee – Kamper Straße – Eynattener Straße – Krugenofen to the Burtscheid Sebastianstraße stop. In the opposite direction, buses will stop at the regular stops as usual. In addition, lines 34 and 54 will serve the Aachen Hauptbahnhof stop in both directions.
No alternate stops: No alternate stops will be set up for the Kapitelstraße and Burtscheid Hauptstraße stops.
Use of Bicycles and Bike-Sharing
If possible, please try to switch to a bicycle to help reduce traffic congestion. Please be sure to follow the local bicycle detours.
City of Aachen
Residents have the option to receive free rides on Euregiobike through the City of Aachen during the closure period. To do so, they can send an email to mobilitaetsmanagement@mail.aachen.de.
There are currently 75 Euregiobike stations available in Aachen. Additional stations are being set up on an ongoing basis. In the area around Kasinostraße, the following Euregiobike stations are available for renting e-bikes: ISEA Jägerstraße, Normaluhr, Hackländerstraße, Hauptbahnhof, and Marschiertor.
All stations, including the number of available e-bikes, are listed in the movA and Nextbike apps.
Free Cargo Bike
There are over 20 cargo bikes in Aachen that can be borrowed free of charge. You can find information about locations, registering in the system, and the app here.
Free Trial Cargo Bike for Businesses
During the closure, the city administration is offering businesses in the Kasinostraße area the opportunity to test various cargo bike models free of charge. There are four different types of cargo bikes to choose from, some of which feature lockable storage compartments. Each bike can be borrowed for up to six weeks and thoroughly tested in everyday business operations. If you have any questions about the specific models or availability, the Mobility Management team will be happy to assist you (lastenrad@mail.aachen.de).