Group tour suggestion: Winter Steam in the Ore Mountains
Journey


What to expect
Discover with us sleepy villages and – with a little luck – snowy woods. Enjoy the freezing winter time with a well-tempered ride with the Fichtelbergbahn steam train. Beside the steam train ride you are also going to visit the engine shed in Oberwiesenthal. Have a look behind the scenery of a steam railway company and experience many interesting things about steam trains and their maintenance during the guided tour.
The visit of the Saxon Railway Museum in Chemnitz-Hilbersdorf should not be missed on your trip. Its exhibits and documents give insights into the development of the railway traffic in the 20th century. During a small photo parade with the different steam trains you can capture your moment and take a little memory with you at home.
Contact Person
Frauke Mollée
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Itinerary
Detailed information for journey "Winter Steam in the Ore Mountains"
Basic package for your special interest tour "Winter steam in the Ore Mountains":
3 days/2 nights
Day 1: Individual arrival to Chemnitz and visit to the Saxon Railway Museum
To join in to your trip you will visit the Saxon Railway Museum on the first day of your steam train tour. During the guidance you are going to see and discover many interesting facts about steam engines. Gaze at the huge collection of steam-, diesel- and electro railway engines from different model ranges and historic good and passenger cars! After your arrival in the Mercure hotel in Chemnitz you can take a walk in the center of Chemnitz, visit the oldest town´s landmark, the red tower or marvel the Karl Marx monument.
Day 2: Ride with the Fichtelbergbahn (steam train) to Oberwiesenthal
You are starting this day with a steam train ride to the highest situated health resort of Germany, Oberwiesenthal. The Fichtelbergbahn steam train coils from the lane change railway Cranzahl through a compact forest, past at the viaduct of Hüttenbach, over a steel grid bridge to the end station of Oberwiesenthal. Here you are going to visit the steam depot and you are going to experience many worth knowing facts about the steam engines. Then you are going to strengthen yourself with a good lunch before the steam train ride goes back to Chemnitz.
Day 3: Individual departure from Chemnitz
With many new impression and awesome experiences around steam engines you are going to make your way home. Extend your group tour to Chemnitz and plan other trips for example to the capital Dresden or the Saxon metropolis of Leipzig. We would gladly organize you any additional steam train ride or an exciting excursion to a railway specific museum.
This itinerary is only a suggestion for your next steam train tour to Saxony which can be adjusted according to your desires. Whether you draw inspiration from the proposals made in this itinerary or blend them with your own ideas, the AugustusTours team is looking forward to putting together your next steam train tour.
Contact Person
Frauke Mollée
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Services
Services included
Basic package for your special interest tour "Winter steam in the Ore Mountains":
3 days/2 nights
- 2x overnight stay incl. breakfast in Chemnitz (or Annaberg-Buchholz)
- Admission to the Railway Museum Chemnitz-Hilbersdorf with a small photo parade of different steam engines
- Ride with the Fichtelbergbahn steam train from Cranzahl to Oberwiesenthal
- Guided tour to the steam engine depot in Oberwiesenthal
- Midday lunch (soup and drinks)
- Detailed travel documents for the tour manager/driver
- 24-hours AugustusTours telephone service during your group tour
Further suggestions
- Ride with the Preßnitztalbahn narrow-gauge railway (depends on the riding days)
- Visit of the Railway Museum Schwarzenberg
- Trip to the Christmas wonderland Seiffen, the town of the wooden toys
- Visit of the Saxon narrow gauge Railway Museum Rittersgrün
Our hotel recommendations
The 3 star Superior Dorint Hotel in Chemnitz is located directly in the center. The main railway station, the local public traffic and the historic center are easily reachable.
The 4 star Traditionshotel Wilder Mann is located directly at the market place of the mining city Annaberg-Buchholz. The hotel is one of the oldest former town houses. In the comfortably furnished house you will see many witnesses of past.
Please note:The steam train travel is only offered for groups off 10 people. But we are also offering a similar service for individual travelers or small groups with less than 10 persons. Visit our topic experience travels for private clients and discover our travels about the topic of steam, which are also bookable off one person.
This itinerary is only a suggestion for your next steam train tour to Saxony which can be adjusted according to your desires. Whether you draw inspiration from the proposals made in this itinerary or blend them with your own ideas, the AugustusTours team is looking forward to putting together your next steam train tour.
Contact Person
Frauke Mollée
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Quotes
Prices for services included
This steam train tour "Winter Steam in the Ore Mountains" is characterized by its creativity and flexibility, with each itinerary specially tailored to both your requirements and those of your guests. It can be shortened, extended or adapted according to your desires. The prices are based on the programme, group size and hotel class. We are looking forward to your inquiry and provide you with an individual offer for your steam train tour "Winter Steam in the Ore Mountains" or for other steam train tours in Germany. We are also happy to organize a cultural tour in different German cities for your group!
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Booking inquiry for your steam train tour
Are you a passionate railway enthusiast? Do you enjoy visiting steam locomotive events as well? Then we are pleased about your interest in our individual trips, e.g. to Dresden for the Dresden Steam Engine Festival. Working as an incoming and tour operator in Germany for 20 years now, AugustusTours has become a reliable partner for both groups and clubs as well as for individual travellers wishing to visit Germany.
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- We are happy to set up customized arrangements for clubs and groups of more than 10 persons. Draw inspiration from our group tour proposals, blend them with your own ideas and request a tailor made tour offer for your group!
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