--- title: "Narrow-gauge railroad Schwarzbachbahn" url: "https://www.saechsische-schweiz.de/en/poi/schwarzbachbahn" description: "From May 1897 to May 1951, the only narrow-gauge railroad in Saxon Switzerland ran between Goßdorf-Kohlmühle and Hohnstein. Remarkable are the two tunnels along the route with lengths of 63 and 38 meters - the only narrow-gauge tunnels in Saxony. Today, guided hikes are offered along the former railroad line. At various events, it is possible to visit the display facility at Lohsdorf station.The Schwarzbachbahn e. V. was founded in 1995 and has been actively involved in the reconstruction of the line ever since. Since 2006, reconstruction has been taking place step by step from Lohsdorf station." language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/3478828/079667d3d925d3936e6fa5fe14f9d3c8b2d8c7bbddb2ca5300c3fc026c4bd528/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Saxon Switzerland > Special > Destination.Data Details > Points of Interest" --- Share Narrow-gauge railroad Schwarzbachbahn ===================================== - Railway/narrow-gauge railway - Leisure railway Cyclist crosses small bridge next to railroad tracks in autumn forest. Former tunnel of the Schwarzbach Valley Railway The Schwarzbachbahn e. V. regularly organizes events where visitors can experience the history of the narrow-gauge railroad. From May 1897 to May 1951, the only narrow-gauge railroad in Saxon Switzerland ran between Goßdorf-Kohlmühle and Hohnstein. Remarkable are the two tunnels along the route with lengths of 63 and 38 meters - the only narrow-gauge tunnels in Saxony. Today, guided hikes are offered along the former railroad line. At various events, it is possible to visit the display facility at Lohsdorf station. The Schwarzbachbahn e. V. was founded in 1995 and has been actively involved in the reconstruction of the line ever since. Since 2006, reconstruction has been taking place step by step from Lohsdorf station. Read more Good to know ------------ Openings Visits are possible during events and on request at verein@schwarzbachbahn.de. 23.08.2025 - 24.08.2025: Lohsdorf station festival with steam train 06.09.2025 - 07.09.2025: Steam weekend in Lohsdorf 12.10.2025: Autumn driving day and harvest festival 06.12.2025: St. Nicholas trip and small Christmas market Read more Price info Donations and the reconstruction of the former route are being solicited. Read more General information - Bus stop available Eligibility - for Groups - Pet allowed Directions & Parking facilities Easily accessible by public transport. Bus routes: 235,236,237 Bus stop: Former railroad station, Lohsdorf (near Pirna) Footpath approx. 3 min Train: National park train U28 Stop: Gossdorf-Kohlmühle Footpath (hike) approx. 80 min Timetable information: https://www.vvo-online.de/de/fahrplan/fahrplanauskunft/ Read more Contact person Schwarzbachbahn e.V.Am Kohlichtgraben 16 OT Kohlmühle 01848 Hohnstein This content has been partially or completely optimised or created by AI.* Our recommendations ------------------- View on map - Museum/art collection - Railway/narrow-gauge railway - Museum/art collection Nearby ------ View on map - Place of interest - Leisure railway - Railway/narrow-gauge railway - Museum/art collection - Tours 9.10 km - Cycling Contact Niederdorfstraße 1 01848 Hohnstein - OT Lohsdorf