Train 1900

Train 1900 is a heritage railway running on a former mining line between Pétange and Fond-de-Gras, carrying passengers in restored historic carriages through Luxembourg's industrial heartland. The 25-minute journey follows the same route that once transported iron ore and miners across the Minett region.

The Prince Henri Railway and Mining Company built this line in 1874 to move iron ore from surrounding mines through the region. Operations ceased in 1963 when mining ended, and later the route was restored by enthusiasts to preserve this chapter of Luxembourg's industrial past.

Railroad enthusiasts maintain the train as a working museum, keeping alive the memory of how workers once traveled these routes daily. The experience shows visitors how mining communities depended on this rail connection for their livelihood.

Tickets can be bought directly at Fond-de-Gras station, with trains running on scheduled Sundays and throughout summer months. The station area is easily accessible by car, though visitors should be prepared for uneven platforms typical of heritage railways.

The restored locomotives produce authentic steam engine sounds and effects while running on the exact same tracks that once carried mining trains. This unchanged route creates a genuine time-travel experience through a forgotten industrial era.

Location: Pétange

Website: http://train1900.lu

GPS coordinates: 49.55360,5.87798

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:08