Abstract: A vacuum sweeping machine having a chassis, which is configured for moving the vacuum sweeping machine over a surface to be cleaned, a sweeping roller, a suction extraction device, a side broom and a connecting line. The sweeping roller, which is driven in rotation, is mounted on the chassis and surrounded by the sweeping-roller housing. The sweeping roller extends along its rotational axis between a first and a second side wall of the sweeping-roller housing. The suction extraction device has a suction side that is connected to the sweeping-roller housing for the purpose of suction extraction of dust-laden air. The side broom, which is driven in rotation and mounted on the chassis, is surrounded by an enclosure. The connecting line is provided between the sweeping-roller housing and the enclosure. Coupling of the connecting line to the sweeping-roller housing is provided in one of the side walls.