Illustration of a guide with a lantern leading a small group on a candlelit tour outside a stately home in the snow (Advents-Express nach Nordhausen)

Advents-Express nach Nordhausen

Passengers travel by special train through the Harz mountains from Wernigerode to the southern Harz town of Nordhausen, greeted on board with a welcome drink. The excursion includes a streetcar ride through Nordhausen along with a cup of mulled wine or children's punch. Guests also tour the Advent exhibition at the Traditionsbrennerei Nordhausen and enjoy an authentic distillery tasting.

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Website / Tickets

hsb-wr.de

When

Tickets

2027: Adults €83.00; children aged 6–14 €49.00. Children aged 0–5 travel free, but are not entitled to the listed services. No group discounts or free-place arrangements apply on the themed special trains.

Hours

2027: Wernigerode departure approx. 08:45, Nordhausen arrival approx. 12:00; Nordhausen departure approx. 14:45, Wernigerode arrival approx. 18:00. Times are approximate and may vary slightly.

Ages

All ages (children 0-5 free, but no services included)

Food & Drink

The ticket includes a 2cl welcome drink and one cup of mulled wine or children's punch per person; a small selection of snacks and drinks is also offered for purchase onboard.

Pets

Dogs are not permitted on the special trains.

Going?

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Train enthusiasts and families seeking a festive day trip

Vibe

Scenic and festive

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Book in good time, since the train can be cancelled if not enough passengers have signed up 14 days before departure.
  • Wait for written confirmation from HSB customer service, because you're only entitled to the included services once your order has been confirmed.
  • Leave the dog at home, as dogs aren't allowed on any of the HSB themed special trains.
  • Don't count on a group discount, since no group reductions or free places apply on the themed special trains.
  • Ask customer service about boarding somewhere other than Wernigerode, as they will check other boarding points on request.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Onboard catering extra: the Freundeskreis Selketalbahn e. V. offers a small selection of snacks and drinks during the trip

Links & Contact

Run by Harzer Schmalspurbahnen GmbH

Website / Tickets Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's included in the ticket?

The special train ride to Nordhausen, a welcome drink, a tram ride through Nordhausen and one mulled wine or children's punch per person. You also visit the Advent exhibition at the Traditionsbrennerei Nordhausen, followed by a tasting.

Can young children come along?

Yes. Children aged 6 to 14 travel at a child rate. Children under 6 ride free but aren't entitled to the included extras.

Is there food on the train?

Yes. Volunteers from the Freundeskreis Selketalbahn e. V. come along on this trip and offer a small selection of snacks and drinks.

Can I bring my dog?

No. Dogs aren't allowed on the special trains.

Can I board somewhere other than Wernigerode?

HSB customer service will check other boarding points on request.

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