The line between Leipzig and Dresden dates back to the 1830s. It was built to fulfil the idea of linking the cities of eastern Germany, a bold bet and leap into the world of inter-city transportation. Ultimately the bet proved to be worthwhile, and the line soared in popularity.
It’s not always been smooth sailing, the Second World War took its toll on the line, but by the 1960s, with the line having already well surpassed its centenary, improvements began to be made, including the likes of electrification.
Further route upgrades have taken place in recent times, much of the line between Leipzig and Riesa is fitted with LZB for full high-speed operation, and the construction of the Leipzig City Tunnel transformed connectivity for S-Bahn services throughout the city and surrounding towns.
Tilt your way to Dresden with the DB BR 411 ICE -T, sporting the "Deutschlands schnellster Klimaschützer" livery, and take charge of S-Bahn Mitteldeutschland services with the silver and green DB BR 442 Talent 2 in 3, 4 and 5-car variations.
Route Extension
The Bahnstrecke Leipzig - Riesa Route Extension brings an additional 65 km and more iconic Deutsche Bahn traction to the popular Bahnstrecke Risea - Dresden Route Add-On, making for a complete 153 km main line between Leipzig and Dresden. You must own the Bahnstrecke Risea - Dresden Route Add-On, which is a separate purchase, in order to play the content featured in this route extension.
Included Scenarios
A selection of engaging Career scenarios are included covering a variety of passenger, freight and shunting operations. A bonus scenario is also included for owners of the DB BR 146.5 & BR 668.2 ‘Intercity 2’.
- [01] ICE T 14:12 Dresden Hbf - Wiesbaden Hbf
- [02] RE 50 16:00 Leipzig Hbf - Dresden Hbf (Part 1)
- [03] RE 50 16:00 Leipzig Hbf - Dresden Hbf (Part 2)
- [04] Talent 2 07:48 Wurzen - Halle-Nietleben
- [05] Talent 2 17:30 Leipzig (tief) - Leipzig-Stotteritz
- [06] Leipzig Shunting
- [07] DB 189 Freight to Riesa
- [Railfan] Leipzig Engelsdorf
- [Railfan] Leipzig-Stötteritz
- [Railfan] Wurzen
- BONUS: [08] IC2 11:30 Leipzig Hbf - Dresden Hbf
More scenarios are available on the Steam Workshop online and in-game. Train Simulator’s Steam Workshop scenarios are free and easy to download, adding many more hours of exciting gameplay. With scenarios being added daily, why don’t you check it out now!
Key Features
- 120 km route from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Hbf
- Includes the 10 km S-Bahn line, including the Leipzig City Tunnel
- Includes the adjacent 23 km avoiding lines between Riesa and Dresden
- 21 new detailed stations between Leipzig and Riesa
- DB BR 411 ICE-T EMU in DB ICE "Deutschlands schnellster Klimaschützer" livery
- DB BR 442 Talent 2 in DB S-Bahn Mitteldeutschland livery, in 3, 4 and 5-car variations
- DB BR 261 ‘Voith Gravita’ Diesel Shunter in DB Traffic Red livery
- 7 Career and 3 Railfan Mode scenarios
- Bonus Career scenario for the DB ‘Intercity 2’
- Quick Drive compatible
- Download size: 579.5MB
Please note that the full Bahnstrecke Leipzig - Dresden is a highly detailed route and you may be required to adjust your in-game settings to get the best possible experience. The use of 64-bit Train Simulator is also recommended.
