Trains 150 Years of Austrian Railways

A fascinating insight behind the scenes at the Strasshof Locomotive depot outside Vienna, as preparations are made for the first of the grand parades of rolling stock which took place in a specially prepared arena on the site of the old goods yard. The preparations and the grand parade feature scenes to delight all those interested in the varied forms of motive power, carriages and wagons.

The Alpine town of Strasshof, Austria, is home to a remarkable railroad museum that houses some of the country’s most historic steam engines. This travelogue visits the scenic burg during a parade and festival celebrating the 150th anniversary of Austria’s railways and their history of locomotive innovation.