Erlebnisticket Special Train ‘Blauer Blitz’ to the Dürnstein Christmas market
Lower Austria, 8th December 2026
Experience the Advent season in a particularly atmospheric way on the legendary Blauer Bitz special train. The ÖBB Erlebnisticket makes traveling to Dürnstein even easier: The Erlebnisticket offers you rail travel on a special train and Mulled Wine Pass at a reduced combined price. Enjoy an unforgettable Advent outing featuring a nostalgic train ride and festive treats in the Wachau.
How the Erlebnisticket Special Train ‘Blauer Blitz’ to the Dürnstein Christmas market works
The Erlebnisticket makes planning your next excursion very easy: This not only saves you time, but you also benefit from a discounted price. This means you don't have to worry about how to get there and can enjoy your stay to the full.
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Train journey on 8 December 2026 on the special train ‘Blauer Blitz’ from/to Vienna Westbahnhof: Departure: around midday, return journey in the evening – route expected to be via the old western line, St. Pölten and Krems
Reserved seat: You will receive your allocated seat by email approximately 14 days before departure!
A visit to the Dürnstein Christmas market
Choice of: Train journey only or train journey + Mulled Wine Pass
Important note: The special train journey is subject to a minimum of 70 participants. If this number is not reached, the event will not take place and you will receive a full refund of the ticket price. The final timetables and the exact itinerary will be announced by email approximately 14 days before the event. The rolling stock used and the route may be subject to change for operational reasons.
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Less planning effort: The Erlebnisticket combines all the necessary tickets in one practical bundle. This means you only need to book once and still save money without having to laboriously compare all the offers.
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Erlebnisticket for the Advent trip on 8 December 2026, departing from Vienna Westbahnhof Experience the Advent season in a particularly atmospheric way and secure your Erlebnisticket for the special journey on the legendary Blauer Blitz to the Dürnstein Christmas market. This package combines the nostalgic journey on a historic special train with the popular mulled wine pass for the Dürnstein Christmas market.
The journey itself is an experience in its own right: on 8 December 2026, the historic railcar will depart from Vienna’s Westbahnhof station and take you along a picturesque route via St. Pölten and Krems to the wintry Wachau region. Enjoy the special atmosphere on board and discover one of Lower Austria’s most beautiful Christmas markets.
Experience the magic of Advent in Dürnstein
After arrival, there’ll be plenty of time to stroll through the Christmas market, sample regional specialities and soak up the festive atmosphere in Dürnstein’s historic old town. The included mulled wine pass makes the visit even more enjoyable and ensures an all-round wonderful Advent experience.
Refreshments are also provided during the train journey: look forward to homemade punch and little treats on board. There’s also a free surprise in store for children.
Further information at Verein Erlebnisbahn Wien - SONDERZÜGE
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Image rights and sources A blue flash at a snow-covered train station in Austria, festively lit amid falling snow and the atmospheric twilight. (c)Verein Erlebnisbahn Wien KI