The four-mile, preserved, Truffadou line runs between Martel
and St Denis Les Martel. Re-opened in 1997, it is operated entirely by
volunteers. It is so-called because it once carried truffles from Martel
market. The local “black diamond” variety of “the fruiting body of a
subterranean ascomycete fungus” [Wikipedia] is a gastronomic delicacy.
En route, there are fine views over the Dordogne valley from
the open carriages. The railway had former French and Polish steam engines
available for service when we visited the Rocamadour area in July 2013. They
were also planning to restore the German tender locomotive and the diesel railcar.
Photos with thanks to Chris Priestley
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