Tramway du Cap-Ferret

The Tramway du Cap-Ferret is a narrow-gauge railway on the Lège-Cap-Ferret peninsula, running about 2 kilometers between a central jetty area and a beach location. The line follows the coastline and connects different zones along the bay and ocean sides.

The service began in 1879 as a horse-drawn line to move travelers along the peninsula. Decades later it switched to mechanical power, and the operation eventually became municipally managed.

The railway has become an important connection for visitors moving between the sheltered bay areas and the more open beach zones. It shapes how people experience the different landscapes along the peninsula.

The service runs mainly during warmer months when visitors come to the peninsula. It is practical to check ahead of your visit since schedules change with the seasons.

The train travels intentionally slowly, giving passengers time to observe their surroundings and notice remnants of historical defense structures along the coast. This leisurely pace transforms the journey into more than simple transport.