Tram and Car Collide on Landsberger Straße: Four Injured, Including Two Children
Munich, July 19, 2026 – A serious collision between a tram and a car occurred this afternoon on Landsberger Straße in Munich, between Hackerbrücke and Donnersbergerbrücke. The accident resulted in injuries to four individuals, including two children, and led to the closure of Landsberger Straße for an extended period.
Accident Details and Rescue Efforts
According to police reports, the accident took place when a Hyundai car, attempting a left turn in a no-turn zone, was struck by an approaching tram. The tram rammed the car on its left side, dragging it for several meters. The 42-year-old female driver of the car was trapped inside the vehicle. Emergency services, including firefighters, worked for 45 minutes to extricate her by cutting open the car’s roof and door.
The driver was subsequently transported to the hospital for examination for potential internal injuries. As of the latest update, she is not believed to be severely or critically injured. Also in the car were a 46-year-old male passenger and two children, aged 9 and 12. The 9-year-old child received treatment for a laceration to the head. Additionally, two tram passengers sustained minor injuries and were also treated.
Road Closures and Tram Service Disruption
Landsberger Straße was closed in both directions for an extended period to facilitate rescue operations and subsequent accident investigation by the police. The tram involved in the collision, while still drivable, was taken out of service for inspection and repairs. This incident caused significant traffic disruption in the area.
Ongoing Investigation
Initial reports mistakenly identified a male as the victim and cause of the accident; these details have since been corrected. The police are continuing their investigation into the exact circumstances surrounding the collision. Authorities have stressed the importance of adhering to traffic regulations and exercising caution on the roads.
The incident highlights the critical need for drivers to be vigilant, especially in busy urban areas with tram lines. The prompt response of emergency services ensured that all injured parties received immediate medical attention, and the situation was brought under control.
Drivers are advised to remain aware of their surroundings and strictly follow traffic signs and regulations to prevent such incidents in the future. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
