Historic Christmas train of the Berlin S-Bahn

Festively decorated, the Christmas trains roll into the stations. The historic carriages alone are a real eye-catcher. Decorated with fir greenery and glittering gold garlands, the lovingly prepared trains carry the pre-Christmas spirit through the whole city.

What can visitors expect?

You can look forward to an atmospheric journey through time: The train set dates back to 1928 and 1938 and is festively decorated especially for the Advent season. During the journey via the Stadtbahn, Ringbahn, Wannseebahn or even as far as Oranienburg, you can enjoy mulled wine or children's punch and savour delicious stollen.

In the souvenir compartment , you also have the opportunity to buy one or two special gifts away from the hustle and bustle of the shopping centre. Nobody on board is in a hurry. A relaxed holiday atmosphere prevails on the Christmas train. And if you're lucky, you might even meet Father Christmas.

How long do the journeys last?

The journeys last around 60 to 90 minutes and take place on Saturdays (three journeys) and Sundays (two journeys) on all four Advent weekends. Each route is different - sometimes it goes through the south of Berlin, sometimes to Wartenberg or Hoppegarten.

A special highlight in 2025 is the 40th anniversary of the route to Wartenberg, which will be celebrated on 21 December with a special tour from Grunewald .

Who is the Christmas train particularly suitable for?

Get on board if you are enthusiastic about historic railways, want to surprise your family with an unusual Berlin experience or want to experience the capital from a completely different perspective. And of course, a trip on the Christmas train is also perfect for a romantic getaway.

Highlights of the Berlin S-Bahn Christmas train

• Historic carriages from 1928 and 1938
• Journey on alternating routes throughout Berlin
• Children's punch, mulled wine and Stolle included
• Souvenir sale with last-minute gifts
• Visit from Father Christmas possible
   

Tips for your journey on the Berlin S-Bahn Christmas train

Book early, as the festive trips on the historic Christmas train are very popular. Please note that there are no toilets on board and that bicycles and dogs cannot be taken on board. There is also limited capacity for pushchairs. Wheelchair users should register in person in advance at: info [at] hisb [dot]de

Take the opportunity to combine your journey with a visit to the nearby Christmas markets at the departure or destination stations:

• Potsdamer Platz: WeihnachtsZauber am Gendarmenmarkt
• Ostbahnhof: Heissa Holzmarkt
• Zoological Garden: Christmas market at the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church
   

Opening hours and admission prices

• Date: On all Advent weekends in 2025, exact times depending on the route
• Tickets:
  Children (3-13 years): €7
  Adults (3rd class): 21 €
  Adults (2nd class): 29 €
  Children under 3 years free (no seat entitlement)

Note: Tickets are only available in advance , few remaining tickets on site. No discounts for accompanying persons or people with disabilities.