Chemnitz Zoo
Around 250 animal species live on the almost ten-hectare site, with over 80 amphibian species to discover in the vivarium alone, which is unique in Europe. A year-round excursion destination for families.
Tierpark Chemnitz09117 Chemnitz
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todayopen until 17:00 o'clock
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6 €, erm. 3 €
Where the train runs on time
Since 1954, the trains of the park railroad have been running in Küchwaldpark on a 2.3 km circuit on the 600 mm gauge. On this circuit, you can see the play and sports facilities from a completely different perspective.
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Niederwürschnitz light railroad
An experience for young and old. The light railroad and the original locomotives from the 1950s are real eye-catchers! During a 20-minute ride across the entire site, you can admire both the facilities of the former brickworks and the unique landscape.
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Freizeitgelände Alte Ziegelei09399 Niederwürschnitz
10.10.26 12:00 - 17:00 clock
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Autumn steam in the Elster Valley
The rail journey through the autumnal Elster Valley begins in Chemnitz and leads over the impressive Elster Valley viaducts and the world's largest brick bridge, past picturesque landscapes and historic towns, back to the starting point.
Family trips to Stollberg/Erzg.
A historic family trip from Chemnitz to Stollberg and back on a steam locomotive promises nostalgia and adventure; the journey through idyllic landscapes and the unique atmosphere of the historic train create unforgettable experiences.
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Hauptbahnhof Chemnitz09111 Chemnitz
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25.10.26 08:00 - 17:00 clock
Nordic Days at the Amerika Tierpark
Atmospheric lighting creates a special atmosphere. Children make magical tree decorations in the animal park school, while the whole family experiences the winter animal world - a festive highlight for everyone!
Amerika-Tierpark09212 Limbach-Oberfrohna
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18.11.26 09:30 - 18:00 clock
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Licht'lfahrt to the Schwarzenberg mining parade
Christmas time is always the best time of the year in the Ore Mountains. The destination of the special train is the "Schwarzenberg Mining Parade", an old custom in which miners from all over Germany parade through the decorated streets of the town.
Licht'lfahrt to the Annaberg-Buchholz mining parade
The destination is Annaberg. There is enough time to take a stroll through the Christmas market and watch the mountain parade. The journey then takes you back through the Christmas-lit Erzgebirge.
A Walk Across Kapellenberg in the Footsteps of Jewish Entrepreneurs
The guided tour with Karin Meisel traces the footsteps of Jewish entrepreneurs on Kapellenberg. It highlights the individuals and companies that shaped Chemnitz’s industrial history over the decades.
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Lights tour
Candle arches in the windows, illuminated pyramids in the markets of the mountain towns. The illuminated tour through the Erzgebirge Christmas region runs from Marienberg via Olbernhau to Seiffen on the 1st Advent and from Annaberg via Scheibenberg to Schwarzenberg on the 3rd Advent.
Ride days with historic streetcars and buses for everyone.
From the start of the 2025 season, visitors will be able to take part in short tours on a historic streetcar without having to hire an entire streetcar. On selected days, historic buses will supplement the offer.