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Deutsche Bahn Sells Properties, Earning Millions Amid Criticism

The state-owned railway company has sold over 1,500 properties since 2020, sparking debate over infrastructure needs.

  • Deutsche Bahn has generated approximately €364.4 million from selling over 1,500 properties since 2020.
  • The company plans to sell an additional 250 properties by the end of next year, potentially adding €75 million to its revenue.
  • Critics, including Green Party MP Matthias Gastel, argue that these sales contradict the need for infrastructure expansion.
  • The German government has made it more difficult to repurpose railway lands, emphasizing their importance for public interest.
  • Cities face challenges due to these regulations, as they struggle to find land for urban development projects.
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