Bebra
Lantern Running Day at Bebra Water Tower When it gets dark earlier outside and the lights around the historic water tower shine brightly, the Bebra Railway Friends e. V. invite you to a special running day on Saturday, November 14, 2026. At the Lantern Running Day, you can experience the little narrow-gauge railways in a very special atmosphere. With the “Bebraer Bimmelbahn,” “Water Tower Express” and “Biber-Blitz,” you travel back and forth on the 600 mm narrow-gauge line between Bebra’s landmark, the historic water tower from 1910, and the Weiterode West stop. Especially as dusk falls, the running day unfolds its very own charm: the lighting around the site creates an atmospheric backdrop and makes the ride a lovely experience for railway fans young and old. You can get your tickets in style at the historic ticket office in the water tower. Use your visit to take a look inside the striking building and discover a piece of Bebra railway history. Admission to the water tower is free. Of course, refreshments are also provided. At the kiosk, you can fortify yourself with delicious waffles, grilled bratwursts, and other food and drinks and enjoy the special atmosphere at the water tower in between. You can reach the railway friends’ site on foot in about 15 minutes from Bebra station. There are also plenty of free parking spaces available. Pack your lanterns and look forward to a special autumn evening at the water tower – with little trains, lots of lights, and a railway experience for the whole family.
St. Nicholas Ride Day at the Bebra Water Tower On Sunday, December 6, 2026, the Bebra Railway Friends e. V. will be getting into the pre-Christmas spirit. At the St. Nicholas Ride Day, you can enjoy a special outing with your family around Bebra’s historic water tower and take a trip on the popular narrow-gauge railways. Of course, the “Bebraer Bimmelbahn,” the “Wasserturm-Express,” and the “Biber-Blitz” will be there again. On the 600 mm narrow-gauge line, the trains run back and forth between Bebra’s landmark, the historic water tower from 1910, and the Weiterode West stop. Especially for young railway fans, a ride on the little trains during Advent is a special experience. You can get your tickets in style at the historic ticket office in the water tower. During your visit, be sure to step inside the striking building and discover a piece of Bebra railway history. Admission to the water tower is free. In keeping with St. Nicholas Day, the kiosk team will provide food and drink. Here you can recharge with delicious waffles, grilled bratwursts, and other food and drinks. As dusk falls, the grounds will be illuminated, creating a particularly lovely pre-Christmas atmosphere. The railway friends’ grounds are located about a 15-minute walk from Bebra station. If you are arriving by car, there are also plenty of free parking spaces available. So don’t forget your hat and scarf and head to the water tower: Look forward to a cozy St. Nicholas Day with a railway experience and Advent atmosphere for the whole family.
Full steam into the new year – New Year’s rides at the Bebra Water Tower After the Christmas holidays and New Year’s Eve, the Eisenbahnfreunde Bebra e. V. on Friday, January 1, 2027 will start the new year with you. Around the historic water tower, a varied afternoon awaits small and big railway fans alike. The popular narrow-gauge railways “Bebraer Bimmelbahn,” “Wasserturm-Express” and “Biber-Blitz” will be making their rounds. About every ten to fifteen minutes, they run back and forth on the 600 mm narrow-gauge line between Bebra’s landmark, the historic water tower from 1910, and the Weiterode West stop. You can get your tickets for one, three or up to ten rounds in authentic style at the historic ticket office in the water tower. Take the opportunity to also have a look inside Bebra’s striking landmark. The water tower will be open on this day and can be visited free of charge. Of course, refreshments will also be available. At the kiosk, you can look forward to freshly baked waffles, grilled bratwursts, and other food and drinks. As dusk slowly falls in the afternoon, the grounds will be illuminated, creating a special atmosphere around the little trains. You can reach the Eisenbahnfreunde grounds on foot in about 15 minutes from Bebra station. There are also plenty of free parking spaces available. Take the opportunity for a special outing with the whole family and start the new year together with the railway enthusiasts. After the New Year’s rides, the Eisenbahnfreunde Bebra will take a winter break.
