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The Outeniqua Choo Tjoe is a steam
hauled train which operates on the Outeniqualand Preserved Railway between
George and Knysna in the heart of the world famous Garden Route.
You are invited to spend the day
reliving the past by travelling on the Outeniqua Choo Tjoe, a mode of transport
which was used to develop this and many other countries of the world. |
| The train will take you through
picturesque landscape, along spectacular coastline, past fern-clad hills,
through forests and tunnels, over streams and a bridge stretching across
the Knysna Lagoon.
This route takes you through unspoilt
areas inaccessible by car. Be sure to take your camera along! |
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For the Steam
Train enthusiasts, here are a few interesting facts about theses amazing
locomotives.
The locomotives
mostly used on the line are "class 24" (built 1948) and "class 19D" (placed
in service 1937 and 1948). |
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locomotives dating from as early as 1896 can be seen on the line from time
to time. They include Class 7A, 7B, GB, 14CRB and 19C. Class 32 diesel
locomotives also used to haul heavier freight trains on the line.
Light refreshments are available
on the train and souvenirs and memorabilia may be purchased at the Knysna
Station. |
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