125 Years VAG 2026: Freiburg celebrates two days of tram magic
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125 Years VAG: Freiburg celebrates its tram with history, heart, and ride feeling
An anniversary with true city culture: On September 26 and 27, 2026, Freiburg Transport AG, together with the friends of the Freiburg tram, invites everyone to the big anniversary party at the South depot. From 10 AM to 6 PM, everything revolves around 125 years of tram in Freiburg, about technology, memories, and the special feeling when mobility becomes city history.
A festival for fans, families, and Freiburg enthusiasts
The anniversary connects generations. When entering the depot, visitors will experience not a regular exhibition, but a lively multi-day experience with photo exhibitions, a driving simulator, guided tours of the historical fleet, and insights into training and careers at VAG. In addition, there will be food stalls, a beer garden, and an atmosphere that swings between workshop charm and folk festival mood.
Historical vehicles, real memories
The focus on the vehicles that have shaped Freiburg is particularly strong. Historical trams can be viewed, the legendary Pepsi tram and the railcar 56 from 1927 represent the long tradition of Freiburg tram history. The history of the city is not only told here but made visible, audible, and tangible.
A charming program for large and small visitors
Families will also find something for them: an art corner, the mascot BaBu on Saturday, and a miniature railway create a friendly, approachable festival moment. It is exactly this mix of technology, nostalgia, and participatory atmosphere that makes the anniversary festival so special. It is a place for tram lovers, the curious, and everyone who wants to experience Freiburg from a different perspective.
Travel, shuttle, and public transport cleverly planned
Getting there is part of the experience. Free shuttle rides from the city center, historical buses between the main train station, Europaplatz, and Urachstraße, as well as the regular connection via the Lorettostraße stop, make the way to the festival grounds pleasantly uncomplicated. Additionally, there is a festival discount for public transport with the voucher code FESTIVAL26. This shows: This anniversary thinks about mobility.
Conclusion: Freiburg should not miss this festival
125 years of VAG is more than a look back. It is a lively city festival full of history, encounters, and tram magic. For those who love Freiburg, its mobility history, and real festival atmosphere, this is a free anniversary with character, heart, and many strong images. Mark the date now and be there live.
Official channels of 125 years VAG:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vag_freiburg/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VAGFreiburg
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/VAGfreiburg
- TikTok: No official profile found
