Bahnhof Weiterstadt

Bahnhof Weiterstadt is a railway station with protected status located in the German state of Hesse. The building manages train traffic through two track platforms and continues to serve daily as a transportation point.

The station began operations in 1858 as part of the railway network expansion happening across the region at that time. This opening connected Weiterstadt to larger cities and transformed how people and goods moved through the area.

The station building displays construction methods from the 19th century that are still visible in its walls and roof design. You can see how railway stations of that era were built and what craftsmanship went into creating such structures.

The station is easy to find at Bahnhofstrasse 2 and has platform access for wheelchair users with staff assistance available. Visitors should plan their arrival with enough time to navigate the platforms comfortably.

The building combines two roles that rarely go together: it actively handles train traffic while also being protected as a historical monument. This combination shows how older structures can still serve their original purpose in modern times.

Location: Weiterstadt

Official opening: August 1, 1858

Elevation above the sea: 105 m

GPS coordinates: 49.90940,8.57910

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:25