Denderleeuw (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Denderleeuw station is being modernised by Infrabel with new tracks, signals, and platforms (4 & 5 done; 6 & 7 next). Trains rerouted; buses replace service to Burst.
Denderleeuw station is getting a makeover. Infrabel, the company that runs Belgium’s railways, is modernising the station. Officials said that Denderleeuw is a busy station, connecting lots of trains. The old tracks, switches, and signals are being replaced with new ones.
They mentioned that the old equipment was outdated, and the upgrades would reduce the risk of technical problems. Some parts of the network will see trains running at 90 km/h after the work is done. The goal is to improve the experience for all the people who use the station every day.
Is the Denderleeuw station upgrade causing train disruptions?
Denderleeuw station is also getting new platforms. Platforms 4 and 5 are already finished. They have new paving, better lighting, shelters, and easier access for people with disabilities. They will open after Easter. Then, Platforms 6 and 7 will be closed for the same kind of work.
According to the officials, the work is being done in stages so the station can stay open while it’s being improved. When all the work is done, the station will be better equipped to handle more passengers and have smoother, more on-time trains.
The work at Denderleeuw station is causing some train problems. No trains are running between Denderleeuw and Burst because of the construction. This affects travel to and from many cities, including Kortrijk, Brussels, Aalst, Geraardsbergen, and Ghent.
Some trains have been cancelled, and some have changed routes. To help people get around, buses are taking passengers between Burst and Denderleeuw. However, people should expect longer travel times and different routes because of the changes.
According to the officials, people living near the station might hear more noise because of the construction, especially at night. The company doing the work is trying to keep the noise down by using quieter machines and doing the loudest work for shorter times.
They mentioned that people traveling by train should check the NMBS app or website for the latest information about train times, buses, and other changes. This will help people deal with the changes while the work is being done.
