25 Jahre DB Museum Koblenz

25 Years of the DB Museum Koblenz

On May 30 and 31, 2026, the DB Museum Koblenz will celebrate its 25th anniversary with a major railway festival for railway enthusiasts, children, and families. The anniversary celebration will feature a varied program.

Here are the highlights: the grand anniversary locomotive parade on Saturday (May 30, 2026), rides on the legendary Adler train, an exhibition featuring around 100 vehicles—including numerous guest vehicles—as well as special trips on an anniversary train from Cologne and Heidelberg directly to the DB Museum Koblenz. In addition, a special “mystery trip” will take place on Sunday (May 31, 2026). The program is complemented by a special sale of selected shop items at exclusive anniversary prices, valid only on the two days of the event.

Special Trips on May 30 & 31, 2026

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Experience a very special journey to the anniversary celebration at the DB Museum Koblenz:

Travel in style through the Rhine Valley on a historic anniversary train, pulled by a classic Class 111 electric locomotive and featuring cars from three generations of TEE and InterCity service.

The special trips will take place on May 30, 2026 (departing from Cologne) and on May 31, 2026 (departing from Heidelberg), taking you directly to the event grounds in Koblenz-Lützel—including a return trip on the same day.

Annex and Car Order for the Anniversary Train

• Class 111 Electric Locomotive
• Open-plan and compartment cars of 2nd class
• Open-plan cars of 1st class
• Bistro car for snacks and drinks en route

• Car 1: Bpmmz – Open-plan car (2nd class)
• Car 2: Bm – Compartment car (2nd class)
• Car 3: Bm – Compartment car (2nd class)
• Car 4: ARkimmbz – Bistro car
• Car 5: Apmz – Open-plan car (1st class)

Schedule for Special Trip Cologne – Koblenz (May 30, 2026)

Outbound – IC 336

Return trip – IC 337

Timetable for Special Trip Heidelberg – Koblenz (May 31, 2026)

Outbound – IC 336

Return trip – IC 337

Important Information About the Special Trip

• The trips are part of the anniversary celebration at the DB Museum Koblenz
• Admission to the anniversary celebration is included in the ticket price.
• Seating is limited
• All information is subject to change

Take advantage of this unique opportunity and travel in style on the historic anniversary train to the DB Museum Koblenz. Enjoy the ride along the Rhine and be part of a special railway event.

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Grand locomotive parade featuring historic vehicles at the DB Museum Koblenz

A special highlight of the anniversary celebration at the DB Museum Koblenz awaits visitors on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at 2 p.m.:

The grand vehicle and locomotive parade will showcase around 25 historic vehicles from the museum’s collection. The approximately two-hour parade features unique locomotives and cars from various eras of railway history—including vehicles making their debut at the event.

Among the highlights is the 323 852-4, the first locomotive of the DB Museum Koblenz. The shunting locomotive was taken out of service in 1998 and has been part of the museum’s collection since 2001. Also on display is the E69 03 “Hermine,” one of Germany’s oldest operational electric locomotives and a pioneer of electric rail transport. It has been housed at the DB Museum Koblenz since 2008.

The historic electric locomotive E18 003 is also taking part in the anniversary locomotive parade. After nearly 30 years out of service, it was extensively restored by volunteers at the museum site and presented to the public again for the first time last year.

Several guest vehicles will also be traveling to Koblenz for the anniversary celebration.

Free Shuttle Rides & Special Trains

To celebrate the anniversary, we are offering free shuttle rides every hour from Koblenz Central Station directly to the museum grounds. You can find the schedules in the green download section below.

A Trip into the Blue, Rides on the Adler Train, and a Colorful Children’s Program

In addition to the grand locomotive parade, visitors to the anniversary celebration at the DB Museum Koblenz can look forward to a varied program for railway enthusiasts, children, and families. Special highlights include rides in the cab of historic diesel locomotives as well as trips on the legendary Adler train.

The operational replica of the famous “Adler” locomotive brings the early days of railway history to Koblenz. The historic reconstruction was built in 1935 to mark the centennial of the German railway and remains one of the most famous vehicles in German railway history to this day.

On Sunday, May 31, 2026, a special “Journey into the Blue” departs from Museum Platform 54 at 12 noon. The historic electric locomotives E69 05 from the “Bayerischer Localbahn Verein e.V.” and E69 03 from the DB Museum will pull an authentic commuter train consisting of four “Donnerbüchsen” (thunderboxes) from the 1920s and 1930s. The exact destination will remain a secret until departure.

The trip is limited to 124 seats. Tickets are available for 10 EUR per person at the Adler Mitfahrten ticket booth.

Model Railroads & Hands-On Activities for the Whole Family

• The TRIX Express Club Germany is also celebrating its 25th anniversary. Visit the impressive H0 layout, where model railroad dreams come true on a 1:87 scale.
• LGB Garden Railway: Discover what could run in your own garden—past shrubs, hedges, and flower beds.

Be Your Own Train Engineer

• LOCSIM Train Simulators: Control various locomotive series and show off your skills in the cab.

Rides Available

• 5-inch Passenger Railway: Enjoy a leisurely ride in the outdoor area past the turntable—an experience for young and old.

Cab Rides

The cab rides are among the most popular attractions at every event.

Look over the engineer’s shoulder and enjoy the view ahead from the locomotive.

• Price: 2 euros per person
• Tickets: available directly at the locomotive

Culinary offerings in a historic setting

Refreshments are well taken care of:

• Coffee and cake in the stylish dining car
• Rustic fare in the outdoor area