Licht‘l trip to the miners’ parade in Annaberg-Buchholz and Schlettau station
· Organiser: Eisenbahnverein Bahnhof Schlettau e.V. (Schlettau railway station association) · Ore Mountains
Description
The special train from Chemnitz stops at Schlettau station, where a small Christmas market has been set up. The air is filled with the smell of bratwurst and mulled wine.
Christmas time in the Ore Mountains – a festive winter fairy tale full of glittering lights, traditions and enchanting customs! The special train takes you on an unforgettable journey to the mining town of Annaberg, close to the Czech border, where Advent still shines in all its original splendour.
From Chemnitz the train steams through the picturesque winter landscape via Niederwiesa and, from Flöha, glides into the romantic Zschopau valley. Passing snow-covered towns such as Zschopau and Wolkenstein, the train finally pulls into Annaberg, which tempts visitors with one of the most beautiful Christmas markets in the Ore Mountains. Festively decorated stalls with mulled wine, handmade Christmas ornaments and fragrant treats await you – perfect for a leisurely stroll through the charming old town.
But the highlight of the day is the grand final miners’ parade! This centuries-old custom brings together miners from all over Germany, who march through the decorated streets of the town in traditional costume, accompanied by ceremonial music. The parade is a spectacle of light, music and community – an experience that goes straight to the heart and brings the history and soul of the Ore Mountains to life.
After the parade you board the train again and immerse yourself in the magically illuminated Ore Mountains night. A short stop is made in Schlettau before the festive journey returns to Chemnitz via Schwarzenberg. Enjoy the atmospheric ride through the glittering winter landscape and let yourself be enchanted by the Christmas magic of the Ore Mountains!
What’s on offer in Annaberg-Buchholz
What's on in Schlettau
Christmas time in the Ore Mountains – a festive winter fairy tale full of glittering lights, traditions and enchanting customs! The special train takes you on an unforgettable journey to the mining town of Annaberg, close to the Czech border, where Advent still shines in all its original splendour.
From Chemnitz the train steams through the picturesque winter landscape via Niederwiesa and, from Flöha, glides into the romantic Zschopau valley. Passing snow-covered towns such as Zschopau and Wolkenstein, the train finally pulls into Annaberg, which tempts visitors with one of the most beautiful Christmas markets in the Ore Mountains. Festively decorated stalls with mulled wine, handmade Christmas ornaments and fragrant treats await you – perfect for a leisurely stroll through the charming old town.
But the highlight of the day is the grand final miners’ parade! This centuries-old custom brings together miners from all over Germany, who march through the decorated streets of the town in traditional costume, accompanied by ceremonial music. The parade is a spectacle of light, music and community – an experience that goes straight to the heart and brings the history and soul of the Ore Mountains to life.
After the parade you board the train again and immerse yourself in the magically illuminated Ore Mountains night. A short stop is made in Schlettau before the festive journey returns to Chemnitz via Schwarzenberg. Enjoy the atmospheric ride through the glittering winter landscape and let yourself be enchanted by the Christmas magic of the Ore Mountains!
What’s on offer in Annaberg-Buchholz
- Closing miners' parade in Annaberg-Buchholz
- Annaberg-Buchholz Christmas market
What's on in Schlettau
- Visit to Christmas at Schlettau station
Location
Included
- Journey in a historic special train hauled by a steam locomotive
- Trip to Annaberg-Buchholz and back
- Seat reservation
Route
| Planned travel time: 09:00 to 21:00 | ||||||
| Boarding: Chemnitz Hbf | ||||||
| Route: Chemnitz Hbf – Schwarzenberg – Schlettau – Chemnitz Hbf |
Fares
| Schauplatz Eisenbahn Chemnitz | |
| Adults | 85,00 € |
| Children | 45,00 € |
| Family | 215,00 € |
Trains depart from Chemnitz Hauptbahnhof (main station); the locomotives and carriages used may change at short notice. The departure times shown in the excursion programme are approximate. You will receive the exact times with your booking documents. Children up to 4 travel free of charge, but without entitlement to a seat. Children aged 5 to 15 pay the reduced fare. The family ticket covers 2 adults and up to 2 children. If you decide at short notice to join a trip, you can also buy tickets directly at the train. Please check beforehand whether seats are still available.