Traditionsverein „Rollbockbahn“ e.V. Heinsdorfergrund© Lukas Wolf
Advent market at the Oberheinsdorf engine shed
· Organiser: Traditionsverein „Rollbockbahn“ e.V. Heinsdorfergrund – traditional railway association in Heinsdorfergrund · Chemnitz. Zwickau. Region. / Vogtland
Traditionsverein „Rollbockbahn“ e.V. Heinsdorfergrund© Lukas Wolf
Description
From 1902, a very special narrow-gauge railway ran from Reichenbach lower station to Oberheinsdorf. It was popularly known as the “Rollbockbahn” (transporter-wagon railway), because the special steam locomotives used here brought standard-gauge goods wagons loaded onto transporter bogies into the factory yards to the left and right of the metre-gauge line.
One of these three locomotives has survived – and can be seen on the open days of the engine shed. Inside, information boards and other exhibits provide extensive information on the history of this railway. Club members will also be happy to answer your questions.
Opening hours
On 28 November 2026, this year's
Advent market of the municipality of Heinsdorfergrund takes place in front of the Oberheinsdorf engine shed; the shed will be open from 14:00.
Open days 2026
5 April 14:00–17:00
24 May 14:00–17:00 (Whit Sunday)
21 June 14:00–17:00
19 July 14:00–17:00
16 August 14:00–17:00
13 September for Heritage Open Day 10:00–17:00
18 October 14:00–17:00
28 November for the Advent market at the Rollbock shed from 14:00
In addition, visits for tour groups, school classes etc. can be arranged by prior appointment if required.
Location
click here for the location
Admission prices
• Adults: 2,– euros
• Young people aged 14 to 18: 1,– euro
• Children accompanied by paying adults free
