Wächtersbach station

Wächtersbach station is a railway station and cultural heritage monument in the town of Wächtersbach with a main station building and multiple platforms serving train traffic on the Frankfurt-Göttingen route. The facility includes different platforms for various train directions and connects to local transportation infrastructure.

The station opened in 1867 when the railway line from Hanau to Wächtersbach was completed, bringing train service to the region. It was built as a key hub for passengers and goods and has shaped the town's character ever since.

The station building displays architectural features from the 1800s with carefully crafted details on its facades and entrances. This construction style reflects how railway stations were designed as important gathering places for travelers and commerce.

The station has elevators for accessible entry and exit and offers bicycle parking for riders arriving or departing. A taxi stand is available, and train information can be found on-site.

From Easter to October, heritage trains run on the former Bad Orb Light Railway, which was converted from standard to narrow gauge track decades ago. These seasonal journeys show visitors the technical heritage of that transformation today.

Location: Wächtersbach

Official opening: May 1, 1867

Website: http://bahnhof.de/bahnhof-de/Waechtersbach

GPS coordinates: 50.25510,9.29644

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:23