Flights grounded and trains cancelled in Germany as freezing weather hits Europe – s it happened

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Train service disruptions are ongoing in areas of Germany.

Even after the resumption of operations on the affected routes, it is likely that only a very limited train service will be possible due to the major weather-related restrictions.

We therefore expect a very high capacity utilisation of the trains and continue to recommend postponing journeys to and from Munich.