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Geislingen celebrates: 175 years of Geislinger Steige with a festive spectacle!
Geislingen celebrates 175 years of Geislinger Steige with festivities, classic car meetings and information stands on June 30, 2025.
Geislingen celebrates: 175 years of Geislinger Steige with a festive spectacle!
in Geislingen took place on June 28 and 29, 2025, a big anniversary celebration in honor of the Geislinger Steige. The important train route was opened 175 years ago and has been a formative part of the regional infrastructure since then. The celebrations attracted numerous visitors and transformed the city into a lively festival environment that was shaped by the noises of the trains. A special highlight was a classic car meeting in the old town, which took place in addition to the open Sunday.
The event included a wide range of offers and stands along Bahnhofstrasse, which offered a deep insight into the history and development of rail traffic. Representations of Deutsche Bahn AG, Bwegt, VVS and other institutions informed about the latest developments in local transport and various professional fields in the rail sector. In particular, the younger visitors got their money's worth at the VVS fortune wheel, which offered attractive prices such as tickets for special trips on the Geislinger Steige.
diverse information offers
The stands not only offered information, but also interactive experiences. At the DB Regio stand, interested parties were able to try out a realistic driving simulator. In addition, there was the opportunity at the Bwegt stand to do a selfie with the popular mascot "Bine Bwegt" and to learn more about local transport in Baden-Württemberg. The police and the federal police also presented themselves and contributed to the safety and information of the visitors.
Another highlight was Arverio's stand, which presented professional prospects in rail traffic. The event managed to inspire a broad audience, which underlined the relevance and fascination of rail traffic in the region. Festive music and numerous attractions created an atmosphere of joy and feeling of community.
The anniversary celebration was an impressive sign of the city's connection with its historic train route and promised to remain an important part of regional life in the future. Further information on the anniversary celebrations and offers can also be found on the website of the climbing anniversary.