A regional railway junction in Hesse serving the Odenwald Railway, connecting the Eberbach branch with routes to Darmstadt and Hanau.
At a glance
Groß-Umstadt Wiebelsbach station is a Deutsche Bahn category 5 station situated on the Odenwald Railway in the town of Groß-Umstadt, Hesse. The station functions as a key transfer point where the railway branches toward two major regional destinations. It falls within the service area of the Rhein-Main Transport Association.
History
The station developed as part of the Odenwald Railway network, which extends from Eberbach. Its strategic position made it an important junction for regional connectivity.
What you see
As a category 5 station, Groß-Umstadt Wiebelsbach reflects modern regional railway infrastructure standards. The facility serves as a functional hub for passenger transfers between the main line and connecting routes.
Cultural significance
The station represents the practical infrastructure that connects communities across the Odenwald region, facilitating travel between Hesse’s smaller towns and major urban centers like Darmstadt and Hanau.
Key facts
- Location: Groß-Umstadt, Hesse, Germany
- Coordinates: 49.8331°N, 8.9409°E
- Railway: Odenwald Railway (Odenwaldbahn)
- Classification: Deutsche Bahn category 5 station
- Service area: Rhein-Main Transport Association (RMV)
Practical information & getting there
The station is served by regional trains on the Odenwald Railway. As a category 5 station within the RMV network, it offers connections to surrounding Hesse communities and major transport hubs. Check Deutsche Bahn or RMV schedules for current routes and timetables.
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