Vélorails du pays chartrain, Taiwanese push car railway in Ymeray, France.
This pedal-powered rail system extends over 14.5 kilometers from Gallardon to Coltainville, following a former railway line through fields and natural surroundings.
The design draws from Taiwanese push car railways that operated from 1895 to the 1940s, when simple platforms mounted on narrow gauge tracks served transportation needs.
The Association Vélorails du pays chartrain maintains this recreational facility, transforming abandoned railway infrastructure into an active outdoor experience for visitors.
Ten railway vehicles operate daily between 10:45 AM and 6:00 PM, with each journey lasting approximately one hour and forty-five minutes round trip.
Riders can observe gliders taking off and landing at a neighboring airfield while pedaling through the French countryside on these specialized rail vehicles.
Location: Ymeray
Address: 4 Pl. de la Gare, 28320 Bailleau-Armenonville, France 28320 Bailleau-Armenonville 28320 Bailleau-Armenonville
Opening Hours: Segunda-feira-Domingo 10:45-18:00
Phone: +33660590055
Website: http://vdpc.fr
GPS coordinates: 48.51684,1.68770
Latest update: March 15, 2025 13:30
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