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1436 waits to depart at 1320 for the Doro Valley

 

 

For anyone that is not aware these 14xx locos are based on uk class 20 locos

First 10 were built in the uk the rest under license

After many years not used in passenger service the government decided to overhaul locos and stock for the ever expanding Douro Valley tourist market

Also several 26xx electric locos and some second hand spanish carriages were overhauled for electric services based in Porto

So after 30 years since i last enjoyed the sound of English electric thrash and glorious scenery finally came back to enjoy

My partner enjoyed the scenery and very cheap wine

One euro for half a pint !

Large beer and very large wine three euros. Sir

They do rip off the tourist !!!

Done