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23 sie 2024 · Explore 200 years of rail history: from the inauguration of the first French line to the advent of our new organisation in 2020. In 1827, France’s first railway line—a 21 km stretch—opens. Wagons transport coal from the Saint-Étienne mines to ports on the Loire River—and are horse-drawn.
- Explore our history, legacy and archives
France’s first railway line opened in 1827—the birth of the...
- Explore our history, legacy and archives
26 sie 2024 · France’s first railway line opened in 1827—the birth of the rail industry. We look back at nearly 200 years of history, from railway workers, the creation of SNCF, our darkest hours, electrification and high-speed rail. SNCF has the largest corporate archive in France.
Describes status of railways worldwide, includes numerous photos as well as c. 1906 continent diagrams of railways; History of Railroad Unions in the U.S.
Embark on a journey through time and the history of French railways. Our site is filled with archival documents, plans, and images that will immerse you in the fascinating world of old railway companies and the SNCF.
The timeline of railway history is long and extensive. Discover the history of the world's railways and train tech here.
SNCF archives cover the history of railways in France from the initial agreements, the creation of the network, up to the present day. They also provide insights into the activities of the Group in France and abroad, as well as the operational management of infrastructure, train operations, and stations.
France begun using their high speed train – TGV. It had average traveling speed of 213 km/h and top speed of 300km/h.
