Run-time: 1 hour and 47 mins approx

GERMANY - the re-introduction of Class 218 diesels south of Hof has lead to added interest on a regional line in northern Bayern. We visited in September 2024 to check out the action, with classes 159, 203, 204, 218, 232, 248, 612, 648 and 750 all appearing on what is a classic non-electrified country line.

BELGIUM - a look at the busy freight route linking into and out of the docks just to the north of the City. Our September 2024 visits features some really interesting traction, especially four Class 62s running light. Freight and some passenger traffic is seen bringing examples from Classes 4000, 41, 13, 186, 193, 18, 19 and AM75.

AUSTRIA - the final visit is made to the Pyhrnbahn route linking Wels with Selzthal and beyond. In this section we follow the route into the mountains south of Kirchdorf and on towards Selzthal. This line sees plenty of loco-hauled action as well as a regular amount of freight traffic as well as electric units working stopping services. Class 1016, 1142, 1144, 193, 182, 187 and, 1116 locos all appear.

SWITZERLAND - a visit is made to Pfäffikon to witness morning commuter train action to the east of Zürich with Class 420 and 450 loco-hauled trains now slated for replacement.

GERMANY - an evening’s visit to the busy junction station at Eichenberg, east of Kassel. Classes 193, 159, 145, 152, ICE, 427, 185.

FRANCE - Class BB22200 electric continue to hold on to regional and commuter passenger services in northern France around Lille. We pay a visit to check out the locos in action. Electric units and freight are also seen - filmed in 2023 and 2024.