Steam at Kalavryta

[Maik]

A slice of living history, the original DK 8001 steam locomotive that first ran on the tracks of the Diakofto-Kalavrita rack railway has been put back to work, offering visitors a unique opportunity to experience some ravishing scenery, as well as an authentic taste of bygone eras.

http://www.newsbomb.gr/en/story/586354/full-steam-ahead-restored-moutzouris-locomotive-returns-to-kalavrita-railway


Rog organised a trip there a few years back, well worth a visit if you get the chance

[Jolly Roger]

A bit of information about this locomotive below. There are another 4 steam locos at Diakopto, which is the lower terminus, one on display and 3 stored.

I recently visited a number of steam locos on display at Kalamata. There are more than 100 scattered around Greece and for anyone interested in tracking them down, here is a link to more information.
http://www.steamlocomotive.info/country.cfm?which=greece


OSE(SPAP) No. DK8001    Kalavryta, Greece

Wheels:    0-6-2cog
Builder:    J. F. Cail, (Denain, France)
Build Date:    1891
Construction No.:    2343
Empty Weight:    Unknown
Weight on Drivers:    Unknown
Driver Diameter:    Unknown
Tractive Effort:    Unknown
Boiler Pressure:    Unknown
Cylinders:    Unknown
Fuel:    Coal
Gauge:    750mm
Location: Kalavryta Depot    Status: Stored