Elbe-Umflutbrücke Biederitz
After I had shot the steam freight with 52 8087 leading at the derelict Detershagen interlocking tower I decided to visit the roundhouse area at Magdeburg-Rothensee because there was no better option. I would see 52 8087 there again, but along with 01 531 and 41 1185. Waisting no time I quickly climbed down to my car and steered back to the main highway (Bundesstraße 1) which is running parallel by the distance of a kilometer.
The distant smoke of the steam train drifted across the flat countryside as I made good progress towards Magdeburg. A major advantage with chasing steam in cold weather is the steam. It cannot hide. But then of course, the train was well ahead of me.
When I was approaching the town of Gerwisch the steam started to fade. The train was stopped at Gerwisch where it was supposed to run through. To my surprise I was given a much better hand to play now.
I pulled over to check the superb location guide included with the train diagrams (even graphic) compiled by Robin Garn, the mastermind of this Plandampf called "Viva Magistrale". The crossing of the Elbe flood plain at Biederitz was in striking distance. With no co-pilot giving me directions I took a quick look at the 1:150000 ADAC Maxi Atlas, memorized the route and set off in rallye mode.
When I dashed along the dirt road ducking under the bridge coming from the northern side the train was already in approach to the eastern end of the long bridge. I joined the small group of fellow enthusiasts and took position. A deep breath, holding it. And then releasing the shutter for that one moment as 52 8087 with train Dg 54834 meets a track gang at the west end, forcing the freight to run on the wrong track.
The smoke lingering above the track gang's orange vehicle marked the location of the Rothensee shed where the steamers were serviced. Now, that sure helped me to find the way. I arrived in time to shoot the 52 8087 on the turntable...
Biederitz, Elbe-Umflutbrücke
21. Oktober 1991
Elbe-Umflutbrücke Biederitz
After I had shot the steam freight with 52 8087 leading at the derelict Detershagen interlocking tower I decided to visit the roundhouse area at Magdeburg-Rothensee because there was no better option. I would see 52 8087 there again, but along with 01 531 and 41 1185. Waisting no time I quickly climbed down to my car and steered back to the main highway (Bundesstraße 1) which is running parallel by the distance of a kilometer.
The distant smoke of the steam train drifted across the flat countryside as I made good progress towards Magdeburg. A major advantage with chasing steam in cold weather is the steam. It cannot hide. But then of course, the train was well ahead of me.
When I was approaching the town of Gerwisch the steam started to fade. The train was stopped at Gerwisch where it was supposed to run through. To my surprise I was given a much better hand to play now.
I pulled over to check the superb location guide included with the train diagrams (even graphic) compiled by Robin Garn, the mastermind of this Plandampf called "Viva Magistrale". The crossing of the Elbe flood plain at Biederitz was in striking distance. With no co-pilot giving me directions I took a quick look at the 1:150000 ADAC Maxi Atlas, memorized the route and set off in rallye mode.
When I dashed along the dirt road ducking under the bridge coming from the northern side the train was already in approach to the eastern end of the long bridge. I joined the small group of fellow enthusiasts and took position. A deep breath, holding it. And then releasing the shutter for that one moment as 52 8087 with train Dg 54834 meets a track gang at the west end, forcing the freight to run on the wrong track.
The smoke lingering above the track gang's orange vehicle marked the location of the Rothensee shed where the steamers were serviced. Now, that sure helped me to find the way. I arrived in time to shoot the 52 8087 on the turntable...
Biederitz, Elbe-Umflutbrücke
21. Oktober 1991