Alcohol ban comes into force at all train stations in Germany

In the statement made by DB, it was stated that the aim of the alcohol ban to be implemented in approximately 5,700 train stations across the country is to increase the safety of passengers and make the stations cleaner.

In the statement, it was stated that the ban, which was previously implemented in approximately 40 large train stations, gave positive results, that the regulation contributed to the reduction of the amount of garbage and conflicts between passengers, and created a more comfortable environment for passengers and railway employees.

It was stated that the businesses at the stations also support the practice to increase security in public areas.

A survey commissioned by the WB found that 80 percent of respondents supported a ban on alcohol consumption in train stations, while only 9 percent opposed it.

The new regulation will be implemented as part of WB's facility rules.

Within the scope of the rules published at the stations and on the company's website, DB security personnel will be able to intervene against those who violate the ban during inspections.

If the violation is repeated, the violators may be banned from entering the stations.

While food and beverage sales points are excluded from the regulation, passengers will be allowed to carry sealed alcoholic beverages in their luggage or keep sealed products they have purchased with them.

In Germany, the ban on alcohol consumption had previously been implemented in many stations, including Cologne, Heidelberg, Munich and Hamburg central train stations.

Berlin Central Station, Berlin Gesundbrunnen, Kiel Central Station and Braunschweig Central Station were also included in the application as of September 1.

WB management took the ban decision on July 21.