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Freight in France
Having joined this Forum today, I read with much interest some of the threads and I have seen the photos that members have posted which led me to write my first posting.
I have a passion for railway photography, especially freight, so I hope to show you some of my photos over the weeks and months.
I've always had an interest in freight and railways in general and not so long ago moved to western France after living in NE Lincolnshire and Leicestershire.
In the UK I knew my way round the railway system, but now I'm 'lost in France' when it comes to finding suitable locations to take photos. Having said that though, I was somewhat surprised to see an EWS Class 66 at my local town (Parthenay) which is now a disused station. Then last weekend, I went to Saumur and discovered some wonderful stations and trains in that area. And today, after seeing the beautiful photo of Limoges Benedictins Station, I know where my next day out will be.
Does anyone have any knowledge of the French Freight (fret) railway system or can anyone recommend a book - the French equivalent of Locomotive and Coaching Stock, preferably in English as I don't speak French.
I do hope someone can guide me in the right direction.
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