48-Hour Nationwide Public-Transport Strike Brings German Cities to a Standstill
Local-transport workers began a 48-hour nationwide strike at 03:00 CET on 27 February, paralysing buses, trams and subways in Germany’s largest cities. The action, driven by demands for better rostering and higher allowances, is forcing commuters and business travellers onto overcrowded regional trains and taxis, inflating journey times and costs.
Feb 28, 2026
