It is an impressive experience: gradually the steam locomotive pulls the train over the narrow gauge track up the mountain. Along the way we see the beautiful vast green forests of the Harz. Once at the top, we are ready for a well-deserved break for man and machine. Ready for the descent!
Pictured is the driver's cab of an old narrow gauge steam locomotive. The locomotive is waiting at the station of Drei Annen Hohne in the Harz. The light and shadow effects bring out the details of the locomotive nicely. In the background you can still vaguely see the trees of the forest.
                                
 
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