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Tour of the Cantabrian Railway Museum: A fascinating journey through the history of railways

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Duration: 1 hour
Languages: Spanish
Founded by train enthusiasts, the Cantabrian Association of Railway Friends' mission is to educate and share our passion for trains. The association's highlight is the management of the Railway Museum of Cantabria, which offers a glimpse into the railway history of the region.
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Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

Have you ever heard the whisper of history among forgotten rails? Felt the imposing presence of sleeping steam giants, ready to awaken memories of a golden age?

I invite you to take a journey back in time to a secret place in Santander where Cantabria's industrial heart still beats strongly: the Cantabrian Railway Museum.

This is no ordinary museum; it's a sanctuary of iron dreams, forged with the unconditional love of those who dedicate their hours to preserving the soul of the locomotives and the essence of an era when the train was the engine of progress.

Alongside me, an enthusiastic member of the Cantabrian Association of Friends of the Railway (ACAF), you'll discover a unique collection where each piece reveals Cantabria's unwavering connection with the railway.

During our tour, you'll enjoy:

  • Captivating stories about railway pioneers, the daily life of railway workers, the train's connection with local industry (mining, iron and steel), and ACAF's efforts to preserve this valuable heritage.
  • An imposing steam titan, a symbol of the Cantabrian iron and steel industry: the Peñacastillo Locomotive (1913).
  • The largest snowplough in Spain: the Beilhack (1962).
  • The ingenious diesel-hydraulic gem that modernized the Cantábrico line: the Naval Tractor (1966).
  • An impressive H0 scale model railway (1:87 scale).
  • And many more locomotives!


Book your place now and be part of this adventure.


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
Plaza Estaciones, 1, 39008 Santander, Cantabria, Spain
Access via the station parking lot. The museum is located at the end of the Santander train station parking lot, between the Feve and Renfe tracks, in Renfe's former rolling stock workshop.
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Outside visit
Museo Cántabro del Ferrocarril
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Free entry
Museo Cántabro del Ferrocarril
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Free entry
Museo Cántabro del Ferrocarril
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How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).


Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or card payment accepted.
Tour of the Cantabrian Railway Museum: A fascinating journey through the history of railways
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