Believe it or not, Cape Town still has a steam train or two in operation. This particular train belongs to Atlantic Rail, and they run a service every Sunday from Cape Town to Simonstown and back. She is a Class 24 locomotive (No. 3655), and is so majestic as she drives past.
At R220 per person it is an expensive trip, but it still looks like a very civilised way to spend a Sunday afternoon.
You can book or find out more details on the Atlantic Rail website.
I didnt know about this train. Now I know what the hubby’s birthday present will be this year!
I only found out about it when I heard it come past every Sunday, but I think it will make a great gift.
I like the locomotive. It looks so clean … looks like a toy.
Yes it does, doesn’t it?
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Check with the folks at http://www.atlanticrail.co.za
Compliments on the three photos, they are really good!
Thank you Johan