At the Steam Engine Festival Dresden
Dresden Transport Museum
At the Dresden Transport Museum during the Dresden Steam Engine Festival
Dresden silhouette © Anja Upmeier
At the Dresden Steam Engine Festival

Group tour: Dresden Steam Engine Festival 2026

Immerse yourself in the nostalgia and tradition of steam locomotives

Fortunately, we can look forward to THE steam engine event par excellence in 2026 again: the 18th Dresden Steam Engine Festival from April 11th until 12th, 2026.

This tour suggestion has been prepared for private groups, clubs and travel suppliers to be a proposal for a visit to this popular Steam Engine Festival. Several steam locomotives have already announced their coming. If you have not had the opportunity to become a part of this special nostalgic event yet, you should definitely consider visiting Dresden in 2026!

Experience exciting rides with history-charged steam engines on several steam train tours, learn more about the history, historical significance and tradition of the steam engines in various regions and be part of the special event of the traditional Steam Engine Festival.

For groups of more than 10 persons we are specialized to organise customized itineraries, so please check out our travel suggestions and blend them with your own ideas before your ask us for an individual group tour proposal.

This group tour is customised by us for you. It can be modified, shortened or extended according to your wishes. We look forward to receiving your enquiry and will be happy to provide you with a customised offer for your group tour.

Duration	4 days/ 3 nights
Travel period	daily
Bookable from	10 person(s)
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Itinerary

09/04/2026: Arrival to Dresden with visit to the Saxon Railway Museum in Chemnitz
On your trip to Dresden, you should plan a stop in Chemnitz, because here you can get in the perfect mood for your nostalgic journey with a visit to the Saxon Railway Museum. During a guided tour you will see and learn exciting things about the steam locomotives. Marvel at the extensive collection of steam, diesel and electric locomotives from different model ranges as well as historic goods and passenger cars! After your arrival in Dresden and check-in at the hotel, you can take a leisurely stroll through the historic center of Dresden. For the night owls on this group trip, the state capital of Saxony offers an exciting nightlife with many bars and restaurants.
Overnight stay in Dresden
10/04/2026: City tour of Dresden
Today you start with a city tour. Your guide will give you lots of information about the city, important historical events and the most beautiful sights. In addition to the offers around the railway museum, we recommend a visit to the Dresden Transport Museum, which shows you the mobile diversity of the city of rail, road, ship and air in the historical development.
Overnight stay in Dresden
11/04/2026: Special steam train ride and Steam Engine Festival
At the weekend, the Dresden Steam Locomotive Meeting opens its doors daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Explore the festival grounds, enjoy the hustle and bustle around the turntable and marvel at the steel giants. You can use the rest of the day for individual explorations in Dresden or a special steam train ride from the program of the Dresden Steam Engine Meeting. How about a ride on the traditional "Lößnitzdackel" train through the romantic region from Radebeul to Radeburg? In Moritzburg you have time to visit the dreamlike hunting lodge Schloss Moritzburg of Augustus the Strong, King of Poland and Elector of Saxony. Take a look at a renowned stud farm or stroll around the castles pond before continuing the nostalgic ride on the Lößnitzgrundbahn.
Overnight stay in Dresden
12/04/2026: Individual departure
With lots of new impressions and great experiences about the steam locomotive, you can make your way home. Alternatively, we would be happy to offer you an extension of the trip so that you can end the Sunday evening at the Dresden Steam Engine Festival.

Services

SERVICES INCLUDED

Basic package for your special interest tour to the Steam Engine Festival:

4 days / 3 nights

3 nights bed and breakfast in Dresden
1 day ticket to the Steam Engine Festival; includes entry to the festival site (ticket is only valid according to the date stamp) and to the Dresden Transport Museum
Guided tour through the historic city centre
Ticket for a special steam train ride
1 city map of Dresden per room
Detailed travel documents
Telephone service during your trip to the Dresden Steam Engine Festival

ADDITIONAL SERVICES

Additional services

Here you can find additional services from the programme of the Dresden Steam Engine Festival, which can be booked as an optional extra to your steam train group tour.

Additional day tickets for the Dresden Steam Engine Festival

Dates: 11/04 and 12/04/2026
Price: € 19 per person and day (plus 2 euros processing fee per ticket if you only book tickets and no travel package with us)

Additional tickets for the special steam train tours 2026

Price: € 59 per person (Friday, Saturday and Sunday; plus 2 euros processing fee per ticket if you only book tickets and no travel package with us)

Tour 1 Friday, 10/04/2026, in the afternoon
Tour 2 Saturday, 11/04/2026, in the morning
Tour 3 Saturday, 11/04/2026, afternoon
Tour 4 Parallel run "Tharandt Incline", Sunday, 12/04/2026, morning
Tour 5 Sunday, 12/04/2026, afternoon

Please note: Subject to change. All information about the special steam train rides will be published at the end of 2025 or in spring 2026. The prices and destinations and the locomotives used may change at short notice for railway operational reasons.

Further suggestions

Ride with a narrow-gauge railway e.g. from Radebeul to Radeburg (Lößnitzgrundbahn) or from Freital to Dippoldiswalde (Weißeritz Valley Railway)
Day excursion to the famous porcelain city of Meissen
Boat trip with a historic paddle steamer on the Elbe River with stop at Pillnitz Palace and guided visit to Pillnitz Park and Gardens

ACCOMMODATION CATEGORIES

Depending on the customer's wishes, we organise overnight stays in 3 to 5-star hotels. In our destinations, we work with a selection of hotels that fulfil our quality requirements. Reliable co-operation and good service are our top priorities. If you are satisfied with the selected service partners, we will be happy to book them again for follow-up orders (subject to availability).

FURTHER INFORMATION

Please note that in some cities accommodation taxes, visitor's taxes, etc. apply. Unless otherwise stated, these are not included in the tour price and must be paid locally.