--- title: "Kirnitzschtalbahn" url: "https://www.saechsische-schweiz.de/en/poi/kirnitzschtalbahn" description: "A little squeaking and jolting are part of the experience when this venerable lady takes a curve. And she’s allowed to do just that. After all, she’s been on the road for more than 125 years. The nostalgic tram service in the Kirnitzschtal valley in the Hintere Sächsische Schweiz is a highlight for rail enthusiasts. This is home to the only tram in the world that runs through a national park! With just one line, it’s also one of the smallest tram systems in Germany!Stretching a total of eight kilometers, the single-track route runs from the Bad Schandau spa park through the picturesque valley—with its towering cliffs and the river that gives the valley its name—to the terminal at Lichtenhainer Wasserfall. Each of the nine stops along the way serves as a starting point for a hike into the rocky landscape of the Saxon Switzerland National Park.The line was electrified over 125 years ago. Over the decades, the railway has been modernized time and again. Today, 30% of the traction current is even generated by solar energy.Several times a year, however, the historic trains are brought out of the depot: Every year on May 1, at Pentecost, during the Kirnitzschtal Festival, and on October 3, the lovingly restored cars are in service.The “Gästekarte mobil” and the Deutschland-Ticket are valid on the Kirnitzschtalbahn." language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/1325836/e2fa3ae1555bd5b13d7f2b4a5298093369105293e6be0b7bebdb14e16e7270bf/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Saxon Switzerland > Special > Destination.Data Details > Points of Interest" --- Share Kirnitzschtalbahn ================= - Leisure railway - Public transport - Yellow Kirtnitzschtalbahn runs through a green forest along a small stream, peaceful atmosphere. Yellow Kirnitzschtalbahn with the inscription "Bad Schandau" and "KIRNITZSCHTALBAHN" stands at a stop, surrounded by trees and a wooden building. Yellow streetcar of the Kirnitzschtalbahn runs through a wooded area, with destination sign "Bad Schandau" and overhead lines above the track. People board a yellow Kirnitzschtalbahn streetcar, surrounded by green countryside and buildings in the background. Kirnitzschtalbahn-barrier-free Kirnitzschtalbahn-barrier-free The historic Kirnitzschtalbahn has connected Bad Schandau with Lichtenhain waterfall for 8 km since 1898 and runs right through the middle of the national park. A little squeaking and jolting are part of the experience when this venerable lady takes a curve. And she’s allowed to do just that. After all, she’s been on the road for more than 125 years. The nostalgic tram service in the Kirnitzschtal valley in the Hintere Sächsische Schweiz is a highlight for rail enthusiasts. This is home to the only tram in the world that runs through a national park! With just one line, it’s also one of the smallest tram systems in Germany! Stretching a total of eight kilometers, the single-track route runs from the Bad Schandau spa park through the picturesque valley—with its towering cliffs and the river that gives the valley its name—to the terminal at Lichtenhainer Wasserfall. Each of the nine stops along the way serves as a starting point for a hike into the rocky landscape of the Saxon Switzerland National Park. The line was electrified over 125 years ago. Over the decades, the railway has been modernized time and again. Today, 30% of the traction current is even generated by solar energy. Several times a year, however, the historic trains are brought out of the depot: Every year on May 1, at Pentecost, during the Kirnitzschtal Festival, and on October 3, the lovingly restored cars are in service. **The “Gästekarte mobil” and the Deutschland-Ticket are valid on the Kirnitzschtalbahn.** Read more Good to know ------------ Openings In summer, the Kirnitzschtalbahn runs daily every half hour. From November, the winter timetable applies until the end of March. You can find the timetables at: https://www.rvsoe.de/verkehrsmittel/kirnitzschtalbahn/fahrplan-tarif Read more Price info A special fare applies for the Kirnitzschtalbahn. The Deutschlandticket and the mobile guest card are recognized for the journey. Information on reduced prices: Pupils up to their 15th birthday can take advantage of the reduced fare. Children under the age of 6 and severely disabled persons are transported free of charge. Read more General information - Bus stop available Eligibility - Suitable for any weather - for Groups - Pet allowed Payment methods Cash Accessibility **Saxony Barrier-Free** **Notes on accessibility** - Access is only possible at the final stops "Kurpark" and "Lichtenhainer Wasserfall" via a mobile folding ramp (11.8% incline, 180 cm long) - Staff will be happy to provide assistance - Electric wheelchairs can be transported, e-scooters **not** - A maximum of 4 wheelchairs can be transported at the same time. 4 wheelchairs can be transported at the same time, please register groups (035022 54816) - public, barrier-free WC available directly at the "Kurpark" stop Entrance to the facility / paths within the facility - Door width min. 80 cm - Stepless access (max. 3 cm) or ramp Accessible toilet - Door width min. 80 cm - Stepless access (max. 3 cm) or ramp - Movement area in front of toilet bowl min. 130x130 cm - Area left or right of the toilet bowl min. 80 cm - Hinged hand rails at the side of the toilet bowl provided Read more Directions & Parking facilities Easily accessible by public transport. Bus routes 241, 253, 260 Bus stop: Kurpark, Bad Schandau Timetable information: https://www.vvo-online.de Read more This content has been partially or completely optimised or created by AI.* Our recommendations ------------------- View on map - Park/garden - Museum/art collection - Natural sight 18.35 km - Hiking 19.18 km - Hiking 3.42 km - Hiking Show more Nearby ------ View on map - Place of interest - Ferries - Boat tours - Ferries - Tours 6.98 km - Hiking 19.18 km - Hiking 9.07 km - Hiking Contact Kirnitzschtalstraße 8 01814 Bad Schandau