Halle port railway, Railway line in Halle, Germany
The Halle port railway is a freight line running through Saxony-Anhalt that connects multiple industrial zones and transport facilities. The route passes through the harbor area and serves various businesses and storage yards for goods movement.
The line was built in 1897 to support growing transport needs during Germany's industrial expansion. It became an important connection for freight movement in the region and maintained its significance for the local economy.
The railway represents an essential component of Saxony-Anhalt's industrial heritage, earning protection status as a German cultural monument.
The railway is actively in operation and used by specialized freight companies, so visits are restricted. The best way to see the line is from footpaths or public areas that cross or run parallel to the tracks.
The Halle-Hettstedter Eisenbahn-Gesellschaft manages this railway line, which retains its original route number 6801 in the German transport network.
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