Rides on Nostalgic Trains

Although the summer and main fall seasons for nostalgic rides on historic trains have come to an end, traditional winter events and the operation of historic vehicles continue in the region.

• Rack-and-Pinion Railway (Zubačka) – Tanvald – Kořenov – Harrachov
• February Rides:

  February

  6th Fri

  7th Sat

  13th Fri

  14th Sat

  Fri, 20

  21st Sat

  Fri, the 27th

  28th Sat

This line is the only standard-gauge rack railway in the Czech Republic, and following the completion of its renovation, it is once again fully operational.

Technical Description and Highlights

• Rack-and-pinion drive: The rack railway is the steepest in the Czech Republic. On the Tanvald–Kořenov section, it overcomes an extreme elevation difference over a short distance—the gradient is so steep that trains must use a toothed rack to climb safely.
• The Return of the “Rakušanky”: Following the completion of the renovation, the legendary T 426.0 “Rakušanky” rack-and-pinion locomotives have returned to the line; they are typically used for special Advent and post-Christmas rides.
• Kořenov: The Kořenov station is a key point on the rack railway. Visitors will find the Rack Railway Museum and historic railcars here. Kořenov is an ideal starting point for hiking and biking trails.

For more information on planned winter events, visit the Zubačka website.

• Pojizerský Pacifik (Martinice v Krkonoších – Rokytnice nad Jizerou)

The route connecting Martinice v Krkonoších with Rokytnice nad Jizerou (known as the Pojizerský Pacifik) will come alive on St. Nicholas Day with a traditional event:

6. 12. – Angel’s Ride (19th annual edition):

• Trains pulled by a steam locomotive will run on the local line from Martinice v Krkonoších to Rokytnice nad Jizerou. This event takes place during Advent.

Information: For more information, visit the website of the Martinice v Krkonoších Railway History Association.

• The Turnov Region and KOLEJ-KLUB

KOLEJ-KLUB (Mnichovo Hradiště – Turnov – Lomnice nad Popelkou): Tourist trains for trips to Tábor ran every Saturday from June 28 to August 30 (this year’s runs have already taken place).

Turnov Region (“Kafemlejnek”): Upcoming events featuring the “Kafemlejnek” locomotive are held according to an individual schedule.

You can find the latest information on the website of

the Bohemian Paradise Railway Friends Club or on the Kolej-klub website.

Important Notice:

Please always check immediately before the scheduled date to confirm that the event is taking place.

Fares and IDOL

In addition to the carriers’ fares, you can also take advantage of discounted travel with IDOL:

Opuscard or Opuscard+ cardholders receive a 50% discount on fares (children aged 6 to 18 receive a 75% discount on fares).