The railway features two historic steam locomotives, 'Tazzelwurm' and 'Springerle', which date back to 1950.
The track gauge is 381 millimeters, categorized as a miniature railway.
The line was originally constructed for the 1939 Reich Garden Show to showcase industrial engineering.
The route includes a tunnel section that was part of the original 1939 design.
Beyond steam, the park operates electric locomotives for daily service to reduce emissions and maintenance demands.
The railway was designated as a technical heritage site by the city of Stuttgart.
The Killesberg Railway (Killesbergbahn) is a historic narrow-gauge miniature railway operating within the Killesberg Park in Stuttgart. It features both steam and electric locomotives that traverse a circular, approximately 2.3-kilometer track through the park's topography. The railway has operated continuously since the 1939 Reich Garden Show. It utilizes vintage locomotives, some dating back to the line's inception, to pull open-air passenger carriages. The route includes a passage through a tunnel and offers views of the park's landscaped gardens and hills. It serves as both a functional transport link within the park and a heritage attraction. Maintenance is handled by local railway enthusiasts and specialists to preserve the historic equipment.
The station platform area when the steam engine is pulling into the depot.
Check the official website for daily operational status as steam locomotives only run on specific scheduled dates.
The train is popular with children; consider visiting on a weekday to avoid weekend crowds.
Combine the ride with a walk to the nearby Killesberg Tower for a panoramic view of the park.
Do not attempt to board or exit the train while it is in motion; wait for a complete stop at the station platform.
Operates seasonally from spring through autumn; closed during winter months; steam locomotives run only on select designated days.
