Schloss Drachenburg, Railway station at Schloss Drachenburg, Königswinter, Germany
The Schloss Drachenburg station stands on a steep hillside, serving as a central stop on the Drachenfels Railway between Königswinter and the summit station.
Built in 1883 during the construction of the mountain railway system, the station facilitated access to Baron von Sarter's newly constructed castle on the Drachenfels slopes.
The station represents an essential component of German railway engineering, connecting travelers to both natural landscapes and architectural monuments of the Rhine Valley.
Trains arrive at regular intervals from morning until evening, with increased frequency during summer months and specific schedules for winter operation periods.
The station platform offers direct access to the castle grounds through a dedicated pathway, combining transportation infrastructure with nineteenth-century architectural heritage.
Location: Königswinter
Part of: Drachenfels Railway
GPS coordinates: 50.66900,7.20790
Latest update: March 3, 2025 07:30
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