Whitsun Steam Days at the German Steam Locomotive Museum Neuenmarkt
Three-day steam festival on the famous Schiefe Ebene
About Whitsun Steam Days DDM
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Steam on the Schiefe Ebene
The Whitsun Steam Days take place at the German Steam Locomotive Museum (DDM) in Neuenmarkt, a municipality in the Kulmbach district in Bavaria. The museum is located at the foot of the Schiefe Ebene (Steep Slope), one of Germany's steepest main railway lines, which was opened in 1848 as a pioneering feat of railway construction.
Special Trips with the 50 3616
The centerpiece of the festival is the special train trips with the historic steam locomotive 50 3616. It pulls its carriages up the Schiefe Ebene from Neuenmarkt-Wirsberg to Marktschorgast and back – an impressive experience of technology and railway history.
Program on the Museum Grounds
On the grounds, there are rides on the miniature steam railway and hand-pumped trolleys, cab rides on the diesel locomotive, demonstrations of the DEMAG steam crane, a tender locomotive exhibition in the coal yard, and tours of the 'General' salon coach. A model railway market, demonstrations, a children's area with games, and the 'Kohlenhof-Prinzessinnen' complete the program.
Catering and Atmosphere
Two breweries provide catering with regional specialties and Kulmbach beer. The Whitsun Steam Days combine vibrant railway technology, industrial culture, and a family-friendly festival program into a special experience for young and old.
Whitsun Steam Days DDM — edition 2026
From May 23 to 25, 2026, the German Steam Locomotive Museum will transform into a steam-filled festival ground on the Whitsun weekend, open daily from 10 AM to 5 PM. The highlight will be the special train rides with the historic steam locomotive 50 3616 over the famous Schiefe Ebene between Neuenmarkt-Wirsberg and Marktschorgast. On the grounds, visitors can expect a packed program of miniature railway rides, trolleys, cab rides, and more.
Programme Whitsun Steam Days DDM 2026
Special Train Rides Schiefe Ebene
- Steam locomotive 50 3616 between Neuenmarkt-Wirsberg and Marktschorgast via the Schiefe Ebene
- Departures: 11:13 AM | 1:13 PM | 3:13 PM, with scheduled return trips
On the Museum Grounds (Daily 10 AM–5 PM)
- Cab rides on the diesel locomotive
- Rides on the miniature steam railway and hand-pumped trolleys
- Tender locomotive exhibition in the coal yard
- Demonstrations of the DEMAG steam crane
- Tour of the 'General' salon coach (reservations recommended)
- Archive tours (Sundays only)
- Model railway market, demonstrations, children's area with games, 'Kohlenhof-Prinzessinnen'
Catering
- Two breweries with regional specialties and Kulmbach beer
Highlights Whitsun Steam Days DDM 2026
- Special trips of steam locomotive 50 3616 over the Schiefe Ebene
- Miniature steam railway, trolleys, and cab rides
- DEMAG steam crane demonstrations
- Tour of the 'General' salon coach
- Model railway market and children's program
Prices Whitsun Steam Days DDM 2026
Practical information — Whitsun Steam Days DDM
Getting There
The DDM is located at Birkenstraße 5 in Neuenmarkt in the Kulmbach district and is accessible via Neuenmarkt-Wirsberg station as well as by road.
Admission
Museum admission: Adults €9.00, Children/Youth (6–16 years) €7.00, Families €17.00. Special train rides over the Schiefe Ebene are charged separately.
Opening Hours
During the Whitsun Steam Days, daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
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Where it takes place Whitsun Steam Days DDM
Deutsches Dampflokomotiv-Museum (DDM)
Birkenstraße 5, 95339 Neuenmarkt