Bad Ems station

Bad Ems station is a transportation hub on the Lahntal railway line that connects Koblenz and Wetzlar at an elevation of 92 meters above sea level. The facility features two platform tracks on an island platform, connected to the entrance building by a pedestrian subway.

The station opened in 1858 based on designs by architect Heinrich Velde and became a milestone in developing the region's transportation network. Its location by the Lahn River enabled it to bring travelers to the spa town and support its growth.

The station building displays Gothic Revival architecture and includes a special wing that was once reserved for royal visitors to the spa town. The construction reflects the importance this small town held as a thermal resort for wealthy travelers.

The facility is wheelchair accessible and offers ramps and lifts for convenient access between different levels. The underground connection between the entrance and platforms makes it easy to navigate the station regardless of weather conditions.

The site houses the smallest locomotive shed in the entire Deutsche Bahn network, built by MAN in 1910. This tiny engineering marvel is often overlooked by visitors, even though it represents efficient industrial design from that era.

Location: Bad Ems

Architects: Heinrich Velde

Official opening: July 1, 1858

Elevation above the sea: 92 m

Website: https://bahnhof.de/bahnhof-de/Bad_Ems

GPS coordinates: 50.32762,7.72864

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:21