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This video shows a steam locomotive in operation on a mountainous route near the Swiss village of Goldau. The locomotive is equipped with a standing coal-fired boiler and is the oldest in Europe still in operation. The train makes its way up the mountain, reaching a top speed of six kilometers per hour, and then descends back to the station. Along the way, passengers can enjoy the scenic views of the Alps.

• 00:00:00 This video shows the last remaining steam locomotive in use in Europe, the Rigi-Bahn, in operation on a mountainous route near the Swiss village of Goldau. Axel Primavesi, a young child who enjoyed playing with his model railroad, is privileged to ride on the locomotive with the Swiss locomotive driver, Eric Gauthier. The locomotive is equipped with a standing coal-fired boiler and is the oldest in Europe still in operation. The train makes its way up the mountain, reaching a top speed of six kilometers per hour, and then descends back to the station. Along the way, passengers can enjoy the scenic views of the Alps. In 2021, the locomotive celebrated its 150th anniversary and was restored to working order. As a locomotive-teacher's apprentice, Axel is responsible for keeping the locomotive clean during the journey. Eric, the driver, explains that it is important to clean the locomotive regularly to prevent any mechanical problems. The journey concludes with a stop at the railway station in the Swiss village of Vitznau am Vierwaldstättersee.