Saxon Railway Museum Chemnitz-Hilbersdorf
Sächsisches Eisenbahnmuseum Chemnitz-Hilbersdorf e. V.
Fee required
Parking available
Europe's largest operational steam locomotive depot, the Saxon Railway Museum Chemnitz-Hilbersdorf showcases 20th-century railway development with historic vehicles, two roundhouses, and offers special train excursions.

📜 Germany's largest fully preserved steam locomotive depot, illustrating 20th-century railway development.
🔍 Part of Schauplatz Eisenbahn Chemnitz-Hilbersdorf, located in a historic freight locomotive depot built 1897-1900.

Why Go

🚂 Explore a unique collection of historic steam, diesel, and electric locomotives.
🏛️ Discover preserved roundhouses, turntables, and workshop facilities.
✨ Experience special nostalgic train excursions.
🎉 Attend annual events like the Heizhausfest and Christmas Licht'l trips.

Why Avoid

♿ Museum is only partially wheelchair accessible.
⚠️ Model railway is weather-dependent and only open April-October.

Cost

💰 Children under 4 free, 5-15 years reduced price, family offers available.

Hours

🕒 March 29 to November 2, Thursday to Sunday, 10:00 to 17:00.

🅿️ Parking

🅿️ Available at visitor address.

🚌 Public Transport

🚌 Bus line 21 to "Schauplatz Eisenbahn" stop or train to Chemnitz-Hilbersdorf.