Sonneberg Central Station

Sonneberg Central Station is a railway station with five platform tracks that connects multiple regional railway lines in Thuringia. The building, constructed in 1907, displays Heimatstil architecture and sits at 387 meters elevation.

An earlier station was built in 1858 by the Werra Railway Company to handle growing rail traffic. The current building replaced this older structure in 1907, marking a turning point in the town's transportation history.

The station building displays regional Heimatstil architecture with traditional German design elements that shape the town's character. This architectural style gives the place its local identity and visual distinction.

The station is easily accessible and offers connections to multiple destinations in central Germany, including Coburg and other towns. It is operated by DB Station&Service AG, ensuring reliable rail services to surrounding regions.

The platform canopies were built using reinforced concrete in 1907 and represented an innovative approach to German railway architecture. This construction technique was cutting-edge for its time and demonstrates the technical advances of that era.

Location: Sonneberg

Official opening: 1907

Architectural style: Heimatstil

Elevation above the sea: 387.25 m

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Operator: DB Station&Service AG

Website: https://bahnhof.de/sonneberg-thuer-hbf

GPS coordinates: 50.35545,11.16854

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:04