When does the photo special ride with vehicle 96 start?

The start is on July 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the Engelsburger Straße stop in Bochum.

How long does the ride last?

The special ride is scheduled from about 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, lasting approximately six hours.

How much does a ticket cost?

The regular ticket price is 38.39 euros per person. An early-bird ticket was available for 34.40 euros until June 21, 2026.

Where is the meeting point?

The meeting point is the Engelsburger Straße stop, line 310 towards Höntrop, at Essener Straße 125 in Bochum.

Is the ride barrier-free?

No, the historic vehicle is not barrier-free due to its age and is therefore only limitedly suitable for persons with mobility impairments.

Who organizes the special ride?

The organizer is the Verkehrshistorische Arbeitsgemeinschaft BOGESTRA e. V., which maintains historic vehicles and public transport preservation in Bochum.

Exclusive Photo Special Ride with Tw 96

Name: Exclusive Photo Special Ride with Vehicle 96
Start: 2026-07-05T12:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-07-05T18:00:00+02:00
Location: Haltestelle Engelsburger Straße / Straßenbahnbetrieb Engelsburg

On a photo tour through Bochum with the historic vehicle 96

On July 5, 2026, Bochum will become the stage for an extraordinary photo special ride with the historic vehicle 96. The exclusive tour starts in the morning at the Engelsburger Straße stop and combines streetcar history, special perspectives, and authentic Ruhr area atmosphere into an event experience for fans of historic vehicles and photography enthusiasts.

A ride with rarity value

The vehicle 96 is among those vehicles that are much more than mere transportation: It represents memory, technology history, and lived public transport culture. According to VhAG BOGESTRA, the vehicle has not been in active passenger service for 50 years and is deliberately the focus for this special ride. This is exactly what makes it appealing: An exclusive streetcar ride that combines photo motifs, nostalgia, and authentic impressions.

Starting point with clear orientation

We will meet at the Engelsburger Straße stop on line 310 towards Höntrop, Essener Straße 125 in Bochum. The historical streetcar operation Engelsburg is located at Essener Straße 125 and is known as the BOGESTRA depot. Public transport access is directly available through the stop; however, due to age, historical vehicles are not barrier-free.

Photo motifs, perspectives, and Ruhr area charm

The approximately six-hour special ride opens up unique sightlines of Bochum and the surroundings of the traditional streetcar. Especially for lovers of public transport, technology, city history, and photography, a rare interplay of movement, light, line structure, and authentic vehicle character emerges here. Those looking for photographic details, historical silhouettes, and a special event atmosphere will find the right setting here.

Organization and target audience engagement

The organizer is the Verkehrshistorische Arbeitsgemeinschaft BOGESTRA e. V., an association with years of experience in the care and presentation of historic vehicles. The organization targets an audience that not only uses streetcars but experiences them: railway and public transport fans, photography enthusiasts, nostalgics, and all who enjoy the event experience consciously and with an eye for detail.

Conclusion: A date for all who want to see Bochum historically

This photo special ride with vehicle 96 promises a rare, atmospheric, and technically exciting experience in the heart of Bochum. Anyone who wants to experience historic streetcars, special perspectives, and true public transport nostalgia live should mark this date and accompany the ride with their camera.