The Pajares pass in the north of Spain is one of the most impressive mountain lines of Europe, with more then 60 tunnels, loops and some viaducts. In fact it is more a ramp, with a grade of 2 %, c... (more)

Variable gauge train Talgo 130 # 033 "Patito" running as Alvia 4140 from Gijón to Castello de la Plana via Madrid through Pajares station on the north ramp of the pass. The station isn'... (more)