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Waldviertel narrow gauge railways

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Waldviertel narrow gauge railways, Heritage railway line in Lower Austria, Austria.

The narrow-gauge railway system spans 82 kilometers through forests, ponds, and granite formations in the northern Waldviertel region.

Construction of the railway network began in 1899 with the establishment of a dedicated company, leading to its first operational route in 1900.

The railway connects multiple destinations including Gmünd, Litschau, and Heidenreichstein, reflecting the industrial development of Lower Austria in the early 1900s.

Visitors can board special themed trains throughout December, including dedicated Christmas Eve services and New Year's Eve celebrations.

The railway operates with a track gauge of 760 millimeters and maintains a maximum speed of 60 kilometers per hour through varied terrain.

Location: Lower Austria

GPS coordinates: 48.85180,15.00039

Latest update: May 11, 2025 16:39

Photo author: Herbert Ortner, Vienna, Austria
Photo license: CC BY 2.5

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Austria extends well beyond Vienna and Salzburg. Away from major tourist routes lie natural monuments and historical sites that reveal the country's geological and cultural heritage. From the Eisriesenwelt ice caves near Werfen to medieval castles such as Hochosterwitz in Carinthia, this collection documents the diversity of Austrian regions. The selection includes alpine lakes like Plansee near Reutte and Altausseer See, historical railways in the Waldviertel, gorges such as Garnitzen Klamm, and mountain roads like the Grossglockner High Alpine Road. Libraries such as the one at Admont Abbey, waterfalls at Krimml and Gastein, and memorial sites like Mauthausen are among the documented locations. These destinations reveal Austria's geographical range and make a visit worthwhile.

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Waldviertel narrow gauge railways

Waldviertel narrow gauge railways, Heritage railway line in Lower Austria, Austria.

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