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Trains and railways in Spain

 

Because of the mountainous regions of the country, Spain has never really been the best place to have railways and many areas are still inaccessible. However, rail is a wonderful and exciting way to see Spain, especially if travelling with children.

   
Most of the 15,000km of rail in Spain is run by RENFE which runs fast, modern trains on its intercity routes. Far more interesting though are the narrow gauge (1 metre) lines that still serve parts of the country. These are more noticeable in the north where there are the FEVE trains that run through Galicia, Asturias and Castilla y Leon.

 

Train in Spain

Trains on the Costa Blanca

Between Benidorm and Gata de Gorgos runs a restored 1930's fleet of coaches by the name of the Limon Express. The line is of the most scenic and runs alongside golden beaches. One of the quaint stations even doubles as a beach bar in the summer. When the train arrives at Gata, passengers are given a tour of a guitar factory and are shown typical wicker work of the area. On the return journey passengers are served with wine whilst admiring the fantastic views of the coastline. Details of The Limon Express can be had on 966 803 103 Fax 966 808 521.

 

Denia to Alicante via Benidorm

One of the most scenic train rides runs on the narrow gauge that runs from Alicante to Denia on the Costa Blanca. The FGV rail was built by a French company in 1914 to transport fresh produce to Alicante. The 93km route passes colourful fishermen's houses, deep gorges, the massive rock at Calpe and the white-washed village of Altea. You can read times, stops and details here.

 

Trains on the Costa del Sol

The Costa del Sol is served by a train service running from Malaga to Fuengirola and Alora. read details and see a map here.

 

Spain is also proud of the number of steam trains that have been restored and brought back into use. The best known is the Tren de la Fresa (Strawberry Train) that runs from Madrid to the palace at Aranjuez. its name is due to the fact that the line used to take fresh strawberries to the capital. The tradition is carried on to this day, with fresh strawberries being handed out to passengers en route.

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If you want to experience the ultimate train travel then take one of the country's luxurious specials. The Transcantabrico follows the north coast of Spain from San Sebastian to Santiago de Compostela. its four coaches include a pub with resident D.J. The trip takes 8 days. At night the train parks in stations to allow passengers to get a good night's sleep.

In the south the Al Andalus Express is a mobile hotel that consists of 12 coaches. its route takes in all the Moorish sites of Andalucia. On board are two luxury restaurants, a bar, a lounge and games car. Each of the coaches has a documented history of their being built in the 1920's.

For the train enthusiast, Spain has its fair share of rail museums. The best by far being the one in Madrid. The Museo del Ferrocarril was opened in 1967 and was was the first museum of its kind in Spain. The museum uses four lengths of track to display 31 trains. As well as the main museum there is a small side museum showing uniforms and memorabilia.

Train in Spain
 

We have travelled on the train from Malaga to Madrid and report the following;
The train we travelled on was not the high speed but was faster than the regional service. The cost was 84.80€ each, return. The service was on numbered seats so obviously limited places. The train was also very busy. The train only made three or four stops, including Cordoba.

 

The train included two bar carriages at which you could obtain drinks and sandwiches. There were toilets at the end of each carriage and a smoking area between carriages. The coaches were comfortable and air-conditioned. A very smooth and enjoyable journey (if not a little long at 4 and a half hours). The station at Madrid was very well organised and easy to use.

Ave Train Spain
The Ave Train in Madrid Station
Local train
A local train arriving near Malaga
 
Renfe (bookings can be made in English www.renfe.es
Feve (northern Spain) www.feve.es
Euskotren (Basque Country) www.euskotren.es
FGV (Costa Blanca) www.fgv.es
FGC (Catalunya) www.fgc.es
Al Andalus Express www.alandalusexpreso.com
Tren de la Fresa

www.ffe.es/delicias

 

 

 

 

   
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