The mixed train coming from Asmara is entering the Arbaroba station. After the tanks have been filled with water, the train will continue its way down the mountain towards Nefasit.

The three Mallet steam locomotives that have hauled all our charter trains during our Eritrean trip are shown on this photo. From the left to the right are: The 442 54, the 442 56 and the smaller ... (more)

The two Mallet's 442 54 and 442 56 are resting in the Asmara shed in the warm evening light. The shed has been built by the Italians in 1911. D.L. stands for Deposito Locomotive.

The freight train is shunting between the harbour and the station. In the station, a few locals are waiting for their bus. They are all sitting in the shade as the temperature was still close to 3... (more)

Our charter train is arriving at Damas. The signalman flags the train through the loop. A Bernd Seiler charter.

The signalman flags the train through the loop at Damas.

This is the classical shot from Nefasit. The steam train is leaving the station with the local mosque in the background.

This picture of the 442 54 crossing this beautiful viaduct near Asmara was the last sunshine shot of the day. A few minutes later the fog arrived and all the cameras returned to their bag for the ... (more)

Our charter freight train is seen here running on the causeway linking the two islands Batse and Taulud. The port of Massawa is the largest natural deep water port on the Red Sea. The city of Mass... (more)

The freight train hauled by the Mallet 442 54 is crossing the Moncullo viaduct near Massawa. As can be noticed from this picture, this is quite a dry place and it is advised never to travel withou... (more)