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Welcome to the New Year's Eve Express to the Brocken 2026 in Quedlinburg
On New Year's Eve 2026, the Harz Narrow Gauge Railway turns into a festively decorated special train running from the UNESCO World Heritage town of Quedlinburg straight to the summit of the Brocken. The journey combines historic steam train romance with a midnight celebration at an altitude of nearly 1,142 meters in the snowy Harz mountains.
Highlights & Attractions at the New Year's Eve Express in Quedlinburg
- A ride aboard the decorated special steam train of the Harzer Schmalspurbahnen from Quedlinburg to the Brocken
- A fire show and champagne toast at midnight right on the Brocken summit
- A buffet dinner with one included drink on board and on the Brocken
- Snacks and freshly made pancakes served during the train journey
- Quedlinburg's historic half timbered old town as an atmospheric starting point
- A return bus transfer from Drei Annen Hohne back to Quedlinburg
- A rare combination of steam train adventure, snowy Harz scenery and a New Year's Eve celebration
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Program & Schedule: What to Expect in 2026
The special train departs Quedlinburg station at around 16:45 and reaches the Brocken summit at around 23:45, where the countdown to midnight is marked with a fire show and champagne. Around 00:30 the train heads back down to Drei Annen Hohne, where a bus transfer takes guests back to Quedlinburg, arriving around 02:30. According to the operator, Harzer Schmalspurbahnen, the train was already sold out at the time of research, so early booking for future editions is strongly advised.
Tickets & Admission for the New Year's Eve Express in Quedlinburg
According to the official operator, Harzer Schmalspurbahnen, the ticket price is 219.00 euros per adult and includes the train journey with seat reservation, a welcome drink, the buffet dinner with one complimentary beverage, the champagne toast on the Brocken, and snacks and pancakes served during the trip. Dogs are not permitted on this special train. Tickets are sold exclusively through Harzer Schmalspurbahnen, and the 2026 journey is currently listed as sold out.
Visitor Tips: Travel & Accommodation in Quedlinburg
- Since this event can sell out well in advance, booking early for future editions directly with Harzer Schmalspurbahnen is recommended
- Warm winter clothing is essential both on the train and on the Brocken summit, where temperatures are noticeably colder than in the valley
- Since the return only arrives around 02:30, staying overnight in Quedlinburg before and after New Year's Eve is a practical choice
- Quedlinburg's historic half timbered old town is worth exploring during the day before departure
- Sturdy, non slip footwear is recommended for the time spent on the snowy Brocken summit
Note: The information on this page was researched at the time of writing and may have changed since then (e.g. date, venue, or program). Visit the organizer's official website →
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