Discover the nostalgic transport of the Veenkoloniën in 2026! Step aboard the historic Snikke ‘Dieverdoatsie’, a replica of the 19th- and 20th-century tow barges. Combine this unique experience with a ride on our beautiful steam train.
Booking for this arrangement is required due to limited space. From around May 2026, tickets will once again be available in our online ticket shop.
When
Wednesdays: 8, 22 and 29 July, 5 and 26 August
Sundays: 2 and 30 August
There are two programmes, programme 1 and programme 2:
Programme 1:
- 09.30: collect your tickets at the ticket office of Stadskanaal station
- 09.45: departure with the “Dieverdoatsie” from the bridge by Stadskanaal station.
- 12.00: arrival at Bareveld stop of the STAR
- 12.10: departure with the steam train from Bareveld stop
- 12.30: arrival at Stadskanaal station
For programme 1, you need to board the boat at the roadside in front, which is a 100 m walk from Stadskanaal station, at the pink bridge.
Programme 2:
- 10.30: departure with the steam train from the STAR station in Stadskanaal
- 11.15: arrival at Veendam station
- 11.45: departure with the steam train from Veendam station
- 12.08: arrival at Bareveld stop
- 12.20: departure with the “Dieverdoatsie” from Bareveld stop
- 14.55: arrival at the STAR station in Stadskanaal
Prices 2026
Programme 1
Adults: €13,50
Children aged 4–11: €11,00
Children aged 0–3: free
Programme 2
Adults: €21,50
Children aged 4–11: €11,00
Children aged 0–3: free
Booking
You can book your ticket online via our ticket shop you can also reserve via info@stadskanaalrail.nl. Booking for this arrangement is required due to limited space. Tickets will once again be available from May 2026. First choose the desired date, then the desired number of tickets.
The day trip only takes place if there is sufficient interest. Should the trip not go ahead, you will be informed no later than 3 days in advance. Please therefore state the telephone number on which we can reach you.