Steam locomotive MH.1 celebrates anniversary: ​​a festival for the whole family!

Steam locomotive MH.1 celebrates anniversary: ​​a festival for the whole family!

Gmünd, Österreich - On May 27, 2025, the historical steam locomotive MH.1, after a comprehensive repair in the German Steam Cycle Werk Meiningen, returns to its location. This steam locomotive, which dates from 1906, becomes ready for use again for the anniversary "125 years of Gmünd - Litschau" and is considered a cultural asset. The locomotive was completely disassembled and overtaken, with numerous old parts being replaced. This includes smoke and heating pipes, the fire box and bearings.

celebrations for the 125-year-old

The festivities for the anniversary will offer the public opportunity to experience the steam locomotive MH.1 up close. According to a report by MeinDzeitkirk , the event is based on young and old, which shows that the passion for steam locomotive generations is overarching.

The anniversary is not only a celebration of the steam locomotive MH.1, but also a tribute to the history of the railway in the region. The enthusiasm that the locomotive radiates will certainly attract many visitors during the event.

The steam locomotive archive

In a further context, the Steam locomotive archive should be mentioned. This website is devoted to the documentation and preservation of the history of steam locomotives, including the DRB unit locomotives and new construction locomotives of the DB. It is a long -term project that is based on various aspects of the steam locomotives and recently published updated information about numerous series.

The archive has set itself the task of capturing and also showing missing vehicles, which underlines the diversity and meaning of steam locomotives in the historical context. The return of MH.1 and the upcoming celebrations are thus in line with the efforts to keep the legacy of the steam locomotives alive.