Monday, April 20, 2026
Görlitz and Zwickau are about to make it much easier for you to step off the train and roll straight into their historic streets, riverfront promenades and cultural quarters, thanks to a new generation of TINA trams planned for delivery by 2028. These low-floor vehicles, ordered from Stadler for both cities, are designed to connect railway stations, old towns and key visitor hubs into one continuous, accessible route, turning public transport into a core part of the travel experience in Saxony.
By the end of 2028, Görlitz will receive 8 modern low-floor TINA trams and Zwickau will welcome 6, replacing older high-floor units that are less convenient for travellers with luggage, strollers or mobility needs. The TINA design (Totally Integrated Low Floor) provides level boarding across the entire vehicle, reducing gaps between platform and tram and making boarding faster at busy tourist stops.
For city break travellers, this means you can expect shorter dwell times at stops, easier movement inside the tram and clearer wayfinding, with wide gangways and open interiors that let you keep an eye on your luggage and quickly spot your stop. The new fleet is also expected to bring quieter, smoother rides and improved energy efficiency, adding to Saxony’s broader push toward cleaner, more sustainable urban mobility that benefits both residents and visitors.
Görlitz, on Germany’s eastern border near Poland, already relies on its tramway network as the backbone of local mobility, carrying residents and tourists between residential districts, the main station and the compact historic centre. With TINA trams, journeys from Görlitz Hauptbahnhof into the old town and toward riverside areas along the Neisse will become more accessible, especially for visitors arriving with suitcases or travelling in groups.
Tram stops close to the medieval core and key viewpoints will effectively function as entry gateways to walking tours, architectural sightseeing and cross-border day trips, allowing travellers to move from platform to cobblestone streets in just a few minutes. As the new vehicles come into service, they are set to support higher passenger volumes during peak holiday periods, helping Görlitz manage growing interest in its film locations, heritage facades and well-preserved streetscapes.
In Zwickau, the TINA trams will tie together the railway station, city centre and residential areas, offering better connections for visitors exploring its industrial and cultural heritage. The new low-floor fleet will improve access to central districts where museums, event venues and shopping streets are concentrated, reducing the need for taxis or long walks with luggage.
As in Görlitz, the emphasis is on seamless transfers: travellers will be able to move from regional or long-distance trains directly onto trams that distribute them across the city with consistent service levels and modern passenger information. This integrated approach supports day trips and weekend stays, encouraging visitors to base themselves in Zwickau while using public transport to explore Saxony’s wider cultural landscape.
The investments in Görlitz and Zwickau follow similar TINA tram deployments in other German cities such as Halle and Rostock, where new fleets have already begun to improve access to major cultural sites and waterfront districts. For Saxony, adding these systems strengthens its positioning as a region where city breaks can rely heavily on rail and tram travel, reducing dependence on private cars and simplifying trip planning for international visitors.
Tourists can increasingly expect consistent standards across multiple Saxon cities: modern low-floor vehicles, clear passenger information, and straightforward transfers between regional rail and local tram networks. This alignment is particularly useful for travellers combining several destinations—such as Dresden, Leipzig, Görlitz and Zwickau—within a single itinerary, with public transport forming the main thread of movement.
From a practical planning perspective, the new trams mean that future visitors can structure their days around reliable, high-frequency tram corridors that act as moving corridors between sights, hotels and dining areas. Once the Görlitz and Zwickau fleets are in service by 2028, travellers will be able to book accommodation along tram routes, arrive by train and navigate most of their stay without needing a car.
Timetables and network maps will continue to be published by local transport operators and city tourism portals, allowing you to combine walking tours with tram segments that save time between districts. For tourism stakeholders, the upgraded networks provide an opportunity to promote tram-accessible attractions and to package rail-and-tram-based journeys across Saxony as a sustainable, easy-to-use way of experiencing the region.
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