Pithiviers Transport Museum
About This Museum
Tucked away in a quiet corner of the Loiret, the Pithiviers Transport Museum feels like stepping into a forgotten chapter of French industrial history. It all began with the local sugar beet industry, and the museum's soul is the narrow-gauge railway that once serviced it. You can almost hear the ghosts of steam engines and clattering wagons in the air, surrounded by an eclectic and deeply personal collection of vehicles. It’s less a sterile exhibition and more a passionate preservation project, where every grease-smudged locomotive has a story to tell.
Collection Highlights
The star of the show is undoubtedly the fleet of historic locomotives, from petite industrial steam engines to charming diesel shunters. Don't miss the collection of vintage bicycles, which trace a fascinating evolution in design, or the unexpected assortment of commercial vehicles that feel plucked from a classic French film.
Visitor Information
Find it on Rue Carnot in Pithiviers – it's the kind of place best enjoyed without rushing. Check their website for seasonal opening times, as many of these niche museums operate on limited, passion-driven schedules.
Architecture & Building
The museum is housed in unassuming, functional buildings that were part of the original railway depot, giving it an authentic, no-frills workshop atmosphere that perfectly suits its collection.
Contact & Location
Address: Rue Carnot, Pithiviers, Loiret, Centre-Val de Loire, France métropolitaine, 45300, France
Phone: +33 2 38 30 48 26
Website: Visit Website
