MAKE HISTORY WITH CABINES EXPERIENCES
La Cité du Train - Patrimoine SNCF invites you to enjoy a rare and exceptional experience: access to the inside of the driving cabs of three legendary locomotives. By reservation only, plunge into the heart of the machines that have left their mark on railway history, and discover the fascinating world of the drivers of these fabulous machines.
The Mikado 141R, a true symbol of the post-war era, this emblematic locomotive embodies the revival of a rebuilding country.
The CC7107, heroine of the 1950s, made history by setting the world rail speed record at 331 km/h in 1955.
And the TGV, the flagship of French innovation, this revolutionary machine has been propelling high-speed rail to the forefront since 1981.
A journey through time and stories: explore three major eras in history and let yourself be transported by the vivid accounts and anecdotes of our passionate volunteers. Discover the technical challenges, the drivers' daily lives and the milestones that have shaped the legend of these machines.
PRACTICAL INFO :
Dates: Sundays April 27, May 25, June 22, July 20, August 10, September 14 and October 12, 2025.
Prior booking required, online ticketing only.
Limited to 6 people per session*.
Minimum age: 18 years and over or 8 years if accompanied by an adult.
Attire required: sturdy clothing resistant to grease and dirt.
Price: €30** per adult and €25** per child, including admission to the museum and visit to the cabins.
*The minimum number of participants is 2. If this number is not reached, the Cité du Train reserves the right to postpone the session to a later date.
**Excluding reservation fees
La Cité du Train - Patrimoine SNCF invites you to enjoy a rare and exceptional experience: access to the inside of the driving cabs of three legendary locomotives. By reservation only, plunge into the heart of the machines that have left their mark on railway history, and discover the fascinating world of the drivers of these fabulous machines.
The Mikado 141R, a true symbol of the post-war era, this emblematic locomotive embodies the revival of a rebuilding country.
The CC7107, heroine of the 1950s, made history by setting the world rail speed record at 331 km/h in 1955.
And the TGV, the flagship of French innovation, this revolutionary machine has been propelling high-speed rail to the forefront since 1981.
A journey through time and stories: explore three major eras in history and let yourself be transported by the vivid accounts and anecdotes of our passionate volunteers. Discover the technical challenges, the drivers' daily lives and the milestones that have shaped the legend of these machines.
PRACTICAL INFO :
Dates: Sundays April 27, May 25, June 22, July 20, August 10, September 14 and October 12, 2025.
Prior booking required, online ticketing only.
Limited to 6 people per session*.
Minimum age: 18 years and over or 8 years if accompanied by an adult.
Attire required: sturdy clothing resistant to grease and dirt.
Price: €30** per adult and €25** per child, including admission to the museum and visit to the cabins.
*The minimum number of participants is 2. If this number is not reached, the Cité du Train reserves the right to postpone the session to a later date.
**Excluding reservation fees
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