Together on an adventure with the real steam train
a journey to remember
Step aboard Stoomtrein Maldegem-Eeklo steam railway and experience a unique adventure with historic steam and diesel trains together with family and friends.
Ride along on
a real steam train!
Ideal day out
for families and children
Officially recognized as an
open heritage site
Ready for a journey through time?
Book your tickets today and enjoy an authentic ride on the steam train in Maldegem.
- Authentic steam and diesel locomotives
- Perfect for families and children
- Museum shed with historic trains
- Workshop for the restoration and maintenance of trains
- Unique signal box with original Siemens equipment
- Eat and drink at Bistro “De Statie” with a view of the trains
- Free parking at the station
Quick links to: timetable, tickets and fares, accessibility, how to get here, FAQ.
When do the trains run?
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On these days you can participate in one of our events. Some events can be combined with regular service days. Note: For most events, prior online reservation is required. For the Oriënt Dining Express, a separate reservation is always necessary. This is separate from the regular admission prices. |
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| Maldegem | 12:00 | 14:10 | 15:50 | |
| Balgerhoeke | 12:15 | 14:30 | 16:05 | |
| Eeklo NMBS Arrival: track III |
12:30 | 14:50 | 16:20 | |
| Eeklo NMBS Departure: track III |
13:00 | 15:05 | 16:30 | |
| Balgerhoeke | 13:15 | 15:25 | 16:45 | |
| Maldegem | 13:30 | 15:45 | 17:00 | |
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Diesel
railcar
Steam
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| Maldegem | 11:00 | 13:35 | 15:00 | 15:55 | 17:05 | |
| Terminus | 11:10 | 13:45 | – | 16:05 | – | |
| Museum shed | 11:20 | 13:55 | 15:02 | 16:15 | 17:07 | |
| Maldegem | 11:32 | 14:07 | 15:14 | 16:27 | 17:19 | |
| It is always possible to visit and/or exit the museum shed via a separate walking path. | ||||||
| (-) The end of the line for this train is the museum shed. The train does not continue to the terminus towards Donk Maldegem. | ||||||
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diesel
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| Maldegem | 11:00 | 12:30 | 14:15 | 15:45 |
| Balgerhoeke | 11:15 | 12:50 | 14:30 | 16:05 |
| Eeklo NMBS Arrival: track III |
11:30 | 13:15 | 14:45 | 16:30 |
| Eeklo NMBS Departure: track III |
12:00 | 13:30 | 15:00 | 16:40 |
| Balgerhoeke | 12:15 | 13:50 | 15:15 | 17:00 |
| Maldegem | 12:30 | 14:10 | 15:30 | 17:20 |
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Diesel
railcar
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| Maldegem | 11:45 | 12:40 | 13:30 | 14:20 | 15:40 | 17:30 | |
| Terminus | – | 12:50 | – | 14:30 | 15:50 | – | |
| Museum shed | 11:47 | 13:00 | 13:32 | 14:40 | 16:00 | 17:32 | |
| Maldegem | 11:59 | 13:12 | 13:44 | 14:52 | 16:12 | 17:44 | |
| It is always possible to visit and/or exit the museum shed via a separate walking path. | |||||||
| (-) The final stop of this train is the museum shed. The train does not continue to the terminus towards Donk Maldegem. | |||||||
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diesel train
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| Normal gauge |
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| Maldegem | 11:20 | 14:30 |
| Balgerhoeke | 11:35 | 14:45 |
| Eeklo Oostveld Arrival: track I |
11:50 | 15:00 |
| Eeklo Oostveld Departure: track I |
12:00 | 15:05 |
| Balgerhoeke | 12:15 | 15:20 |
| Maldegem | 12:30 | 15:35 |
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Diesel railcar
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| Maldegem | 12:35 | 13:35 | 15:40 |
| Terminus | 12:45 | 13:45 | 15:50 |
| Museum shed | 12:55 | 13:55 | 16:00 |
| Maldegem | 13:07 | 14:07 | 16:12 |
| It is always possible to visit and/or exit the museum shed via a separate walking path. | |||
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steam train
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| Reception (with guided tour) | 11:00 |
| Reception (without guided tour) | 12:00 |
| Departure and start menu | 12:30 |
| Expected arrival | 15:30 |
| Reception (with guided tour) | 17:30 |
| Reception (without guided tour) | 18:30 |
| Departure and start menu | 19:00 |
| Expected arrival | 21:15 |
Tickets and fares
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| Child < 4 years | free |
| Child 4-11 years | € 11 |
| Adult | € 17 |
| Family (2 adults + 3 children) | € 49 |
| Groups (starting from 15 people) | € 11 per person |
| Narrow gauge only * | |
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| Child < 4 years | free |
| Child 4-11 years | € 8 |
| Adult | € 10 |
| Family (2 adults + 3 children) | – |
| Groups (starting from 15 people) | € 8 per person |
* Prices on this site are for guidance only. The price at the ticket office or shown on your invoice is always the correct price.
For group bookings and our other group packages outside the scheduled opening days, you can choose one of our group options.
* All fares listed on this page apply during our regular operating days. Event fares may vary.