Nostalgia trip: The Baltic Sea Express brings GDR charm to Warnemünde!

Nostalgia trip: The Baltic Sea Express brings GDR charm to Warnemünde!

The “Baltic Sea Express” will also provide nostalgic train journeys from Leipzig to the popular Baltic Sea resort of Warnemünde in 2026. Again Northern Courier reported, the first trip will start on June 6, 2026, and over 100 passengers have already registered for it. A highlight of the trip are the historic train carriages from the 70s and 80s in the GDR, which bring back nostalgic memories.

Travelers can arrive in Leipzig from around 6:15 a.m. to depart. The train stops in Halle (Saale) and Magdeburg, among other places, before arriving in Warnemünde at 12:00 p.m. There, passengers have around six hours to explore the beauty of the Baltic Sea resort with its picturesque beach and inviting waterfront promenade. In the evening the return trip to Leipzig takes place at 11:30 p.m. Adults have to expect costs starting from 89 euros for the trip, while children between five and 15 years pay reduced fares and children under five years of age even travel for free.

Enjoyment and experiences on the Baltic Sea

Anyone who decides to take the trip can look forward to a variety of experiences. The journey takes you through idyllic landscapes and charming towns. Elegantly furnished carriages reminiscent of traditional travel provide a special flair during the journey, like this Track luck describes.

There are many opportunities for travelers to have fun in Warnemünde. Whether relaxing walks along the beach promenade or tasty meals in the restaurants with fresh fish - here no wish is left unfulfilled. For even more variety, you can explore the surrounding area or simply relax on the sandy beach for a few hours. In addition to the train ride, the organizer also offers city tours on historic trains and a gin tasting in the MITROPA dining car.

Nostalgia meets modern travel

The connection to the Baltic Sea is very popular not only with locals but also with tourists. Anyone who loves nostalgic experiences will find what the... Railway romance diverse offers. Here the beauty of the Baltic Sea and Denmark can be experienced in a unique combination of boat, train and bus trips.

This journey leads through historic cities and breathtaking landscapes, inviting you to linger not only in Warnemünde, but also in other charming places along the coast. In addition to trendy activities, historical explorations are also possible, such as trips on the historic Molli small train or the “Red Brummer”, which is steeped in railway history, to Worpswede.

The “Baltic Sea Express” and the experiences associated with it represent a wonderful opportunity to discover the Baltic Sea and at the same time remember the good old days. If you haven't booked yet, don't hesitate - the first places are in great demand!