The historic tram depot St. Peter
Public transport history in Nuremberg
In 1881, the first public transport service in Nuremberg started, connecting not only the different parts of town, but also the city of Fürth to Nurembergs's infrastructure. How about travelling back in time to the days of horse-drawn trams, the first electric trams, and the nostalgic saloon coaches of the 1950s? In our tram depot, you will learn when the first underground trains started, how omnibuses conquered even remote parts of the city and why modern low-floor carriages are a great innovation.
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The Museum
Experience the history of more than 140 years of public transport
From horsecar to modern underground railway: You can discover the history of Nuremberg's publicl transport in our historic tram depot St. Peter. Our exhibition and small world model offer an exclusive look behind the scenes. Be inspired by one of the world's biggest model railroads on a scale of 1:22,5 completed with various handmade models, designed after the example of Nuremberg's streetcars.
We invite you to a variety of exhibitions
Through several different subject areas, interesting facts about the different ages of local transport and tramway history in Nuremberg are portrayed. Explore our permanent exhibitions "Vom Adler zur U-Bahn", the history of the first railway or "Die Infrastruktur bei der Straßenbahn", about the infrastructure of tramways. Our new exhibition "Schienenfahrzeuge aus Nürnberg" lets you gain insight in the history of the local businesses MAN and Schuckert and their production of trains. The best thing is: you can take an active part in a lot of our exhibits.
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The historical tram depot St. Peter opens its doors on every first weekend of the month. Please comply to the current health care regulations and pay attention to keep enough distance from others. Inside the museum wearing masks is not obligated anymore, but we still recommend them, especially if in large groups of people.
On days the historic tram depot is open the Historic Castle Line 15 is in service. On the ride a medical mask must be worn.
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Opening
The historic tram depot St. Peter (German: Historisches Straßenbahndepot) opens its doors for you every first weekend in the month from 10.00 to 17.30 (not open in January) – please note that the last admission will be at 17.00.
The following opening days are scheduled for 2022:
Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th in November
Saturday 3th and Sunday 4th in DecemberThe following opening days are scheduled for 2023:
Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th in February
Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th in March
Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd in April
Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th in May
Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th in June
Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd in July
Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th in August
Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd in September
Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th in Oktober
Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th in November
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Historic Ring Line 15
Burgring line 15 always runs on the opening days of the St. Peter historic tram depot.
The tour takes you along the old town of Nuremberg. During the journey, our conductor will tell you interesting facts about the tram and the route.
The departure is always from 09:55 am to 04:55 pm every hour from the historic tram depot St. Peter.
The following stops are being served during the ride: Historic Tram Depot St. Peter – Tiergärtnertor – Hauptbahnhof – Doku-Zentrum – Historic Tram Depot St. Peter
The departures from the Hauptbahnhof (Central Station) from 10:30-16:30 run hourly as well.
You can find the timetable with the departure times here.
A reservation is not possible for the Burgring line 15.
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How to find us
Address:
Historisches Straßenbahndepot St. Peter
Schlossstraße 1
90478 Nürnberg
Telephone:
0911 283-4654
The tram line 6 or the bus line 36 (leave at station: Peterskirche) will bring you to the museum. And of course, on opening days the Historic Castle Ring Line 15 is also in service.
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Fares
Admission to the tram depot
Adults: 6.00 EUR
Children up to age 14: 3.00 EUR
Historic Castle Ring Line 15
Adults: 10.00 EUR
Children up to age 14: 6.00 EUR
The tickets include admission to the museum.
Family ticket
2 adults and four children up to age 17: 21.00 EUR
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Refreshments at the "Straßaboh-Cafe"
Our “Straßaboh-Café” is set in an old, remodeled tram department from the year 1956. You can relax there after spending your time at the museum with many different coffee specialties, cakes and snacks, well-suited for our little and large visitors. And of course we offer family-friendly prices.
Did you know: You can book the museum as an event location!
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Supervision by an association
We are deeply connected to the association “Freunde der Nürnberger-Fürther Straßenbahn e.V.”. While we take care of the vehicles, drivers and the different systems, the members of the association take care of the visitors. They dress up as train conductors, guide the tours and take care of the museum. Together, we welcome you to our museum and ensure you make the most of your stay!
You can find all information regarding the Historic Tram Depot St. Peter in our Flyer.
