“Gepflegt eingedieselt” – from Leipzig to the miners’ parade in Annaberg-Buchholz

Every year Annaberg-Buchholz hosts one of the best-known miners' parades in the Ore Mountains (Erzgebirge). This town and this parade are the destination of the special trip starting in Leipzig, hauled by a historic class 132 diesel locomotive. The journey leads through the Ore Mountains in their Christmas finery. Enjoy the ride through the snowy Zschopau valley, past illuminated castles and lights reflected in the Zschopau river, as you draw ever closer to the magic of Christmas – with no parking worries.

On arrival in Annaberg-Buchholz, the festively decorated Christmas market awaits you with its traditional stalls, handcrafted treasures and delicious treats. Immerse yourself in the pre-Christmas atmosphere, let festive music accompany you and discover the unique craftsmanship of the Ore Mountains.

A special highlight is the miners' parade, in which miners from various international heritage groups march in historic costume, with singing and instruments, through the town to St Mary's Church (Marienkirche). This unique custom takes you back to times gone by and lends the experience a very special sparkle – above all the joint musical finale in the church.

After an eventful day, enjoy the fast return journey in the museum train as you look back on the day and watch the many lights of the Ore Mountains glide past in the relaxed evening atmosphere. The bistro team will spoil you with home-made food, home-made mulled wine and other drinks.

Please note: seats are limited. Secure your place in good time and experience the Annaberg Christmas market and the miners' parade in all their splendour.

Location

• click here for the departure station location

What's on

• special train hauled by a large diesel locomotive (class 132 intended)
• guaranteed seat
• Christmas atmosphere in the decorated train
• special train with catering
• Journey through the Ore Mountains at Christmas
• Journey through the Zschopau valley

Timetable

The times shown are still being planned and are not binding!

Fares

• If the trip does not cover its costs, it will have to be cancelled. In such cases, the fare already paid will  be refunded.
• Bookings via bestellung@dampfbahnmuseum.de
  Simply fill in the order form. Please be sure to give your e-mail address if you have one. You will then receive all important information and payment details by e-mail. Otherwise we will contact you by telephone.
• For enquiries, Mon to Fri from 17:00 to 19:00
  on tel. 0176 621 70200