Train Simulator: Inselbahn: Stralsund - Sassnitz Route Add-On is a simulation title that adds a detailed 68 km railway line across the island of Rügen in northern Germany to the core Train Simulator experience on PC. The route connects Stralsund on the mainland with Sassnitz and the coastal resort of Binz, following the path of a historic line built in the late 19th century and later upgraded with electrification and a fixed bridge crossing. Players operate authentic German rolling stock through varied terrain that includes coastal stretches, inland hills, and the distinctive Strelasund crossing.
Gameplay
The core loop centers on realistic train operation. Drivers handle acceleration, braking, and speed management across the full length of the line while respecting signals, gradients, and timetable requirements. The route supports both passenger services that stop at intermediate stations and freight movements that focus on yard work and longer hauls. Weather conditions change across scenarios, affecting visibility and traction, while the included locomotives respond with accurate physics for their era and class.
Three main locomotive types appear in multiple liveries. The DB BR 120 handles express passenger duties, the DB BR 155 serves heavy freight, and the DB BR 143 covers regional services in clean, weathered, and heavily weathered states. Passenger formations include double-deck DoppelStock sets with control cars and Intercity coaches such as ARkimbz, Avmz, and Bmpz vehicles. Freight consists of hopper wagons, covered wagons, and container flats in various company markings. These assets allow players to experience the shift from holiday passenger traffic to industrial cargo movements on the same infrastructure.
Game Modes
Career mode supplies structured missions that follow operational rules and require completion of specific tasks such as on-time arrivals or correct routing. Seven scenarios are bundled with the add-on, covering morning peak services, evening returns, weather-affected runs, and freight assignments. Railfan Mode offers three free-roaming options focused on observation rather than strict objectives, letting players explore stations and yards at their own pace. Quick Drive provides instant access to any combination of locomotive, consist, and starting location for unstructured practice or photography sessions.
Additional content appears through the in-game workshop system, where community creators upload new timetables and route extensions. This keeps the experience fresh without altering the base route geometry or rolling stock.
Route and Locations
The line crosses the Strelasund via the modern bridge before reaching the island proper. Key stops include Altefähr, Lietzow, and Bergen auf Rügen. At Lietzow the single-track branch to Binz diverges, serving the popular Baltic resort. Sassnitz-Mukran functions as the main freight terminal with sidings for container and bulk traffic. The Kleiner Jasmunder Bodden provides scenic views of water and reed beds between stations. These locations recreate the real-world mix of rural countryside, small towns, and port facilities that define Rügen rail operations.
Is It Worth Playing?
This add-on suits players who enjoy methodical, timetable-driven simulation over arcade-style controls. The 68 km length allows complete end-to-end runs without excessive repetition, while the variety of passenger and freight stock supports different play styles. Included scenarios deliver concrete objectives that test signal reading, speed management, and consist handling under changing conditions. Community scenarios extend replay value indefinitely. Reception among owners remains generally favorable for the scenic quality and operational fidelity, though some note the route length limits long-haul variety compared with larger networks. Those already invested in Train Simulator will find the route a worthwhile expansion for its focused island setting and authentic German equipment. Newcomers benefit from starting with the simpler Railfan Mode scenarios before progressing to full Career missions. The package remains available as a standalone purchase with no ongoing seasonal requirements.
