Strassenbahnmuseum and its collection

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The Strassenbahnmuseum (Tram Museum) is a museum in Dresden that holds and exhibits a collection of museum trams, most of which are old vehicles of the Straßenbahn Dresden (Dresden tramway). The collection of the museum contains more than 30 vehicles in the collection. The tram museum is located on the grounds of the Trachenberge depot. The main part of the museum is made up of trams that were used in the Dresden area in the course of the twentieth century and are sometimes regarded as a technical monument. They are exhibited in the tram museum and are also used for special trips on the DVB rail network.

Science & Technology Science & Technology Industrial heritage

Strassenbahnmuseum
Trachenberger Straße 38
01129 Dresden

Visitor information Strassenbahnmuseum

Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday
10:00 – 16:00
Sunday Closed

Saturday (Guided Tours): 10 to 16 o'clock
03.08.2019
09.07.2019
05.10.2019
07.12.2019

SATURDAY (City Festival Dresden): 11 to 18 o'clock
08.17.2019

SUNDAY (City Festival Dresden): 11 to 18 o'clock
08.18.2019

SATURDAY (Autumn opening day): 10 to 17 o'clock
09.11.2019

SUNDAY (Autumn opening day): 10 to 17 o'clock
11.10.2019

Admission

0 – 14€4.00
Adults€7.00

Facilities

Wheelchair accessible

Location & Map

Trachenberger Straße 38, Dresden

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Exhibitions

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Strassenbahnmuseum, or Tram Museum, in Dresden offers visitors a journey through the history of public transportation in the city. Located in an old tram depot, the museum houses a collection of vintage trams and other related exhibits. Visitors appreciate the well-preserved vehicles, which showcase the evolution of tram technology over the years. The museum provides informative displays about the development of Dresden's public transport system, though some visitors note that many of the explanations are only in German, which can be challenging for international tourists. The museum's strength lies in its authentic atmosphere and the opportunity to explore the old trams up close. However, some visitors find the experience somewhat limited, mentioning that it might not hold the interest of those without a specific enthusiasm for trams or local history. The museum is relatively small and can be thoroughly explored in about an hour, which some see as a drawback. On the positive side, the staff is generally described as friendly and knowledgeable, often willing to share additional information with interested visitors. The museum's location, while not central, is accessible by public transport. Overall, the Strassenbahnmuseum offers an interesting glimpse into Dresden's transportation history, but its appeal may be more niche than broad.

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