Historical local transport on Rügen: steam locomotives and piglet taxis in use!

Historical local transport on Rügen: steam locomotives and piglet taxis in use!

On the picturesque island of Rügen, historical local transport trips took place from June 12th to 15th, 2025, which captivated both railway lovers and visitors. Overall, the route from Bergen on Rügen to Lauterbach Mole extended over 12.523 kilometers and has been operated for 135 years. Various nostalgic vehicles were used this weekend, including the 86 1744-1 steam locomotive, the V200 507 of the EBS and the popular piglet taxis, officially known as LVT 172 140-6 and 172 141-4. [Lok Report] (https://www.lok-report.de/news/deutschland/museum/item/59184-historisches-ahnkehr-auf-der-insel-ruegen.html) reports that these historical railways amazed the passengers and enabled a journey in the past.

The single -track branch line, which was extended to Putbus in 1889 and in 1890 to Lauterbach, branches off from the important stralsund -Sassnitz railway line at Rügen train station on Rügen. The section between Putbus and Lauterbach Mole is particularly interesting, which has also been used for narrow -spun in the Rügen Bäderbahn since 1999. This also attracts numerous tourists during the summer season. In addition, the city of Putbus, which has a lot to offer with its impressive castle park and the unique circus, the last complete Rondellplatz in Germany.

an unforgettable experience for young and old

The trips with the historical rail buses of the 172 series, also affectionately called piglet taxis, took place every hour. These special trains are not only very popular with railway fans, but also ideal for families who wanted to explore the beauty of the island of Rügen this weekend. The fare corresponded to the regular tariff and tickets could be conveniently purchased on the train. Visitors were also able to enjoy the various sights in Putbus, including the island in the Schwanenteich and the monkey house.

Another event is already planned for the future: From July 24th to 27th, 2025 there will be historical trips with similar vehicles again. Planned drivers during this event include the steam locomotive 86 1333-3 and the locomotive of the V100 series. If there are technical defects, alternative vehicles are also available to maintain the programs.

relics of the past

An important relic of the former route to Altefähr is the old viaduct in Putbus, which hopes for a restoration to enable traffic to Putbus West. Nordkurier emphasizes that all historical trips with regular tickets, including Germany tickets, can be used at no surcharge. This not only supports the nostalgia factor, but also makes access to this unique experience easier.

For everyone who missed the trip out of sheer enthusiasm, it is said: Be careful! The next historical local transport is certain, and the anticipation on a nostalgic journey through the most beautiful landscapes in Rügen is already taking shape.