Rhein-Niers-Bahn in Train Sim World 7
FolezzWorld's freight-focused German route: over 100 years old, industrial landscape, Chempark operations.
A new developer brings German freight
Rhein-Niers-Bahn is an upcoming Train Sim World 7 add-on from FolezzWorld, making their Train Sim World debut. It is described as a beautiful scenic route over 100 years old, featuring large stations and big cities contrasted with open fields and foliage. The route has a strong focus on freight operations, particularly in and around the Chempark area.
FolezzWorld has been working to bring this route to perfection, continuing development following the positive reaction to its first announcement. The team is excited for when they can show more of this route to players.
Freight operations
The route’s defining characteristic is its freight focus. Key freight elements include:
- Chempark area: A major chemical industry hub that generates significant freight traffic. The Chempark (formerly known as Chemiepark) is a large chemical complex in the Ruhr region, and rail freight is essential for moving chemical products.
- Historic Hochfelder Eisenbahnbrücke: A historic railway bridge on the route with significant heritage value.
- Industrial branch lines: The route features multiple industrial branches serving the chemical and manufacturing sector.
- Detailed yards: Fully modelled freight yards for shunting and classification work.
- Freight bypass line: Rheydt – Viersen freight bypass providing additional operational variety.
The freight focus gives Rhein-Niers-Bahn a very different operational character from the passenger-heavy core routes in Train Sim World 7. Players who want freight-hauling without the scripted approach of Freight Hauler mode will find this route offers sustained freight operations.
Geographic setting
The route is in the Ruhr region of Germany, an area with one of the densest rail networks in Europe:
- Large stations serving both passenger and freight traffic
- Industrial complexes that drive freight demand
- The contrast between dense urban/industrial areas and more open countryside
- Multiple junction points and running tracks
- The historical character of a railway over 100 years old
The Ruhr region setting means players will experience the kind of intensive rail operations that the region is known for, with freight trains sharing the network with regional passenger services.
Release status
Rhein-Niers-Bahn has no confirmed release date. It is FolezzWorld’s first Train Sim World project and is listed as in development on the August 2026 roadmap. Follow the roadmap for updates.
How it fits the TSW7 lineup
Rhein-Niers-Bahn is a post-launch add-on that brings something distinct to Train Sim World 7: a freight-focused German route from a new developer. Where Nürnberg–Würzburg is about mixed high-speed passenger and freight on a long corridor, this route is about intensive freight operations in an industrial German setting.
This makes it appealing for:
- Players focused on freight operations
- Those who want German railway variety beyond ICE
- Train Sim World veterans looking for new developer perspectives
- Players who enjoy yard work and industrial branch line operations
Related pages
- Routes Hub — compare all available and upcoming routes
- Roadmap — track Rhein-Niers-Bahn and other add-ons
- Nürnberg–Würzburg — the launch-day German core route
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions.
When does Rhein-Niers-Bahn come out?
No release date has been confirmed. It is listed as in development on the August 2026 roadmap and is FolezzWorld's first Train Sim World add-on.
What is the route's focus?
Freight operations, particularly in the Chempark industrial area. The route features historic railway infrastructure, industrial branches, yards, and a freight bypass.
Who is FolezzWorld?
FolezzWorld is a new developer for Train Sim World, making their series debut with Rhein-Niers-Bahn.
How old is the route?
The railway itself is over 100 years old, giving the route significant heritage character.
Is this a launch-day route?
No. Rhein-Niers-Bahn is a post-launch add-on. The launch-day German route is Nürnberg–Würzburg.