Citybahn Essen

The CITYBAHN will reintroduce the streetcar to Essen's city center starting in 2026. A new east-west connection will be established along a 5.5 km route with 11 stops, linking the ESSEN 51 urban area with the city center in an emission-free manner. The project consists of three construction phases: Bahnhofstangente (BHT), Berthold-Beitz-Boulevard (BBB), and Essen 51 (E51).

The CITYBAHN contributes to the mobility transition and promotes urban development by connecting to Essen's main railway station. It also alleviates the existing network, particularly the tunnels.

Due to its central location, the project is highly complex and requires the involvement of many third parties, as well as significant effort in line coordination. Numerous local residents are engaged through information events. Notable features include the redevelopment of former industrial sites, the proximity to mining areas in the Ruhr region, and the immediate vicinity to the main railway station.