33 Main Train Station in Erfurt (Old Version)
33 Main Train Station in Erfurt (Old Version)
The Erfurt train station was built between 1845 and 1847 based on a design by August Mons in the style of the Italian Renaissance.
Prussia planned to build a railway from Halle through Naumburg, Apolda, Weimar, Erfurt, Gotha, and Eisenach, connecting to the Hessian Nordbahn at Gerstungen.
The Thüringische Eisenbahngesellschaft (Thuringian Railway Company) was established as a joint-stock company with a share capital of 9 million thalers.
Thousands of workers were involved in the ambitious plans, working on earthworks, bridge construction, and track laying.
In May 1847, the regular train service between Erfurt and Gotha began, shortly after the Erfurt-Weimar route was opened.
From 1888 to 1894, the station was expanded to accommodate the increasing passenger and freight traffic.
Following the old trade route from Frankfurt/Main to Leipzig, the line became one of the most important railway routes in Germany.
After further renovations, the main station is now a modern ICE stop with a shopping arcade.
The Old Island Station, the rear model section, no longer exists, and all platforms are now covered by a glass dome.
Additional information:
Main Train Station Erfurt
Willy-Brandt-Platz 12
99084 Erfurt
Tel.: 0361 / 3 00 10 55