Dresden Park Railway
Discover the Dresden Park Railway - a historic attraction in the heart of the Great Garden.
The Dresden Park Railway, once founded as a children's railway in 1950, winds its way through Dresden's picturesque Great Garden. Over a distance of six kilometres, it offers visitors a 30-minute ride through the green heart of the city. Historically started as an educational project, the railway was operated and managed by children and young people. Today it stands as a symbol of Dresden's cultural heritage and offers both locals and tourists a unique way to explore the Great Garden. With its nostalgic trains and stations, the park railway connects the past and the present and invites you on a journey through Dresden's history and nature.
Opening hours
Wednesday–Friday: 13–18 o'clock
Saturday–Sunday: 10:30–18 o'clock
Monday: closed
Tuesday: closed
The opening hours of the Dresden Parkeisenbahn are as follows:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 13:00 to 18:00
Thursday: 13:00 to 18:00
Friday: 13:00 to 18:00
Saturday: 10:30 am to 6:00 pm
Sunday: 10:30 am to 6:00 pm
On 03 October (German Unification Day), driving will take place from 10:30 to 18:00.
Trains run depending on weather and passenger numbers.
Steam locomotive operation takes place on weekends and public holidays until 03 October. On public holidays, the operating times are from Saturday to Sunday.
Additional special trips within the operating hours are possible by order.
Please note that there may be changes to the timetable as well as interruptions due to weather conditions. It is recommended that you check the official website or contact the management of the Dresdner Parkeisenbahn directly before planning a visit.
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 13:00 to 18:00
Thursday: 13:00 to 18:00
Friday: 13:00 to 18:00
Saturday: 10:30 am to 6:00 pm
Sunday: 10:30 am to 6:00 pm
On 03 October (German Unification Day), driving will take place from 10:30 to 18:00.
Trains run depending on weather and passenger numbers.
Steam locomotive operation takes place on weekends and public holidays until 03 October. On public holidays, the operating times are from Saturday to Sunday.
Additional special trips within the operating hours are possible by order.
Please note that there may be changes to the timetable as well as interruptions due to weather conditions. It is recommended that you check the official website or contact the management of the Dresdner Parkeisenbahn directly before planning a visit.
Suitability
- for Groups
- for Class
- for individual guests
- Suitable for the Elderly
- Pet allowed
Getting there
Arrival by public transport (ÖPNV):
Tram: You can reach the Dresdner Parkeisenbahn by tram lines 1, 2, 4, 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13.
Bus: Bus lines 61, 63, 75 and 85 also stop near the Großer Garten.
Bus stops: Depending on the line you choose, you can get off at the following stops: Straßburger Platz, Comeniusplatz, Georg-Arnhold-Bad, Lennéplatz, Querallee and Tiergartenstraße.
For individual planning of your journey by bus and train as well as current information on construction measures and diversions, you can visit the website of the Dresdner Verkehrsbetriebe (DVB).
Arriving by train:
If you arrive by train at Dresden Central Station, you can continue with tram lines 9, 10 or 11, which will take you directly to the Großer Garten.
Note for car drivers:
Parking is only possible in the public car parks on the surrounding streets or at the Georg-Arnhold-Bad. Entry into the Großer Garten is only permitted with prior, written special permission.
Tram: You can reach the Dresdner Parkeisenbahn by tram lines 1, 2, 4, 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13.
Bus: Bus lines 61, 63, 75 and 85 also stop near the Großer Garten.
Bus stops: Depending on the line you choose, you can get off at the following stops: Straßburger Platz, Comeniusplatz, Georg-Arnhold-Bad, Lennéplatz, Querallee and Tiergartenstraße.
For individual planning of your journey by bus and train as well as current information on construction measures and diversions, you can visit the website of the Dresdner Verkehrsbetriebe (DVB).
Arriving by train:
If you arrive by train at Dresden Central Station, you can continue with tram lines 9, 10 or 11, which will take you directly to the Großer Garten.
Note for car drivers:
Parking is only possible in the public car parks on the surrounding streets or at the Georg-Arnhold-Bad. Entry into the Großer Garten is only permitted with prior, written special permission.
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