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Christmas

Christkindlzug — Reblaus Express

  • Run by Niederösterreich Bahnen (NÖVOG) — Reblaus Express
  • Retz station — Retz, Lower Austria, Austria

Next: Dec 24, 2026

A Christmas Eve morning train from Retz to Drosendorf on the Reblaus Express line, with a programme in the Drosendorf event hall and a visit from the Christkind on the way back.

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Next edition

Dec 24, 2026

Christmas Eve only. Departs Retz 10:25, back in Retz 15:05 (special timetable). Fare includes the programme in Drosendorf.

From €20.40 (as published by the operator)

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About this event

On Christmas Eve the Reblaus Express line between Retz and Drosendorf in Lower Austria carries a special train. The operator, Niederösterreich Bahnen, says the journey is made with the golden railcar VT 654 and is meant to shorten the children's wait for Christmas Eve.

In Drosendorf the Eventhalle, five minutes' walk from the station, offers a festive programme with warming soup and a hot drink. On the return journey the Christkind is on board and has a small surprise for each child.

The fare includes the programme and is priced from and to Retz. The train runs on a special timetable that differs from the line's normal service.

What to expect

A trip in the golden railcar VT 654 from Retz to Drosendorf, a programme with warming soup and a hot drink in the Eventhalle Drosendorf (five minutes' walk from the station), and a return journey with the Christkind, who has a small surprise for each child.

Practical info

Boards at Retz station, Lower Austria. The Eventhalle in Drosendorf is about five minutes' walk from Drosendorf station. The fare includes the programme, from and to Retz. The Niederösterreich CARD and the season ticket are not accepted. Info centre: +43 2742 360990-1000, info@niederoesterreichbahnen.at.

Where it happens

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Frequently asked questions

Which train runs on Christmas Eve?▾
The operator says the journey from Retz to Drosendorf is made with the golden railcar VT 654.
What is on offer in Drosendorf?▾
A festive programme in the Eventhalle Drosendorf, with warming soup and a hot drink. The hall is only five minutes' walk from the station.
Does the Christkind come on the train?▾
Yes. According to the operator the Christkind is on board for the return journey and has a small surprise for each child.
What does the fare include?▾
The operator states that the fare includes the programme, from and to Retz.
Are the Niederösterreich CARD or the season ticket valid?▾
No. The operator says neither is accepted on this train.

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Sources

Dates checked on Oct 21, 2026 from the official site: reblausexpress.at. Schedules can change — always confirm with the operator before you travel.

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