Overview

• The Wangerooge island railway, operating since July 3, 1897, is a four-kilometer narrow-gauge line connecting the ferry terminal to the village station in 15 minutes.
• At 20 km/h, it is likely Germany's slowest regular train, offering scenic views of the Wadden Sea National Park and salzwiesen landscapes.
• Managed by DB Fernverkehr, the railway and four ferries handle both passenger transport and 25,000 tons of freight annually, vital for the island's 1,000 residents.
• The railway preserves century-old practices, including manual track-switching, and boasts zero delays due to its isolated track.
• Seventy employees work across the railway and ferry operations, maintaining smooth logistics and upholding the island's auto-free ethos.