Arbeitsgemeinschaft Geesthachter Eisenbahn
Volunteer-run heritage railway with steam and diesel trains between Hamburg-Bergedorf Süd, Geesthacht and Krümmel.
Have only individual sections read aloud
About the museum
In the first half of the 20th century the Bergedorf-Geesthachter Eisenbahn was an important link for commuters and freight; in 1918 it carried more than 20,000 passengers a day. After the Second World War it quickly lost importance, and in 1953 the last regular passenger train ran.
To keep the memory of the line alive, the Arbeitsgemeinschaft Geesthachter Eisenbahn was founded in 1975. Its members tracked down old carriages of the railway all over Germany, brought them back and restored them. The first special train ran as early as 1976, and from 1977 with a steam locomotive. In 1981 the association bought a Class Q locomotive in Denmark, which was given the name “Karoline”.
Today the association owns five locomotives and 17 carriages. On selected operating weekends the trains run on the historic line between Bergedorf Süd and Geesthacht and on the Krümmelbahn, which was built in 1915/16 to the Krümmel dynamite factory. The vehicles are maintained and restored in the engine shed opposite Geesthacht station.
Highlights
- Steam locomotive “Karoline” of the Danish Class Q
- Historic carriages of the Bergedorf-Geesthachter Eisenbahn
- Ride on the Krümmelbahn to the former dynamite factory site
- Geesthacht engine shed with workshop and canteen
- Restored ticket office at Geesthacht station
- Founded
- 1975
- Operated by
- Arbeitsgemeinschaft Geesthachter Eisenbahn e.V.
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €3 |
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| Children & teens | €1.50free up to age 3 · Children aged 4 to 14 pay half fare. |
| Groups (6+ people) | –Reduced group tickets at Geesthacht and Bergedorf Süd stations. |
Fares per direction by zone: €3 for one zone (e.g. Geesthacht–Krümmel or Bergedorf Süd–Börnsen), €6 for Bergedorf Süd–Geesthacht, €9 for Bergedorf Süd–Krümmel. Return tickets cost double. Dogs and bicycles €1 each. Cash only.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: not available
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
Owing to its construction, the historic museum train is not accessible without barriers.
Kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 3 |
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Prams and bicycles are carried on the train; association members help with loading.
Getting there & parking
Boarding at Bergedorf Süd (Neuer Weg 39, Hamburg), Geesthacht (Bahnstraße 45) or Krümmel (Elbuferstraße 72). Tickets at the counter in Geesthacht station, in the caravan on the platform at Bergedorf Süd, or on the train.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Café
Drinks service on all trains; on operating days the engine shed in Geesthacht serves coffee, cake and hot sausages.
Events & venue rental
- Spaces for rent
- Private parties
- Corporate events
Special and charter trains for parties, companies and clubs on the basis of an individual quote; enquiries by email or post.
Inquiries & detailsPlan your visit
| Good to know | There are no seat reservations on the St Nicholas rides. Outside the Christmas rides, group reservations are possible for 10 or more people. |
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