Come along with the PFT-TSP to the Christmas market in Aachen !

Travelling with 20 or more people?

🎁 Book smart: email [email protected] with the your train and the number of seats you’d like.
💸 You’ll get an automatic 6% discount (no booking fees)!

Adults and teenagers (10% discount for holders of a 2025 “En Lignes” season pass)

The ticket includes return travel to Aachen (Aachen Hbf)

Child

The ticket includes return travel to Aachen (Aachen Hbf)

Second-class compartment (6 seats)

The ticket includes return travel to Aachen (Aachen Hbf) in a compartment reserved for a maximum of 6 people.

Trip to Eupen

You can also book a return journey between Aachen (Aachen Hbf) and Eupen for its Christmas market : HERE

On-board services

• Breakfast (reservation required) : € 10.00

• Sale of drinks and snacks

Important note!

During our trips, we sometimes offer special stops outside of the usual stations or stops to give those who wish to do so the opportunity to take exclusive photos. These photo stops are, of course, optional. We invite each traveller to ensure that they are physically able to get on and off the train safely during these special moments.

Itinerary subject to change

(in the event of significant changes, you will be notified by email)

Saturday, 13 December

Vivoorde – Antwerp Central – Aachen Hbf * (boarding and alighting possible at each station)

• Vilvoorde : 08h30

• Antwerp-Central : 9:30 a.m.

• Lier : 9:50 a.m.

• Hasselt : 10:35 a.m.

• Aachen Hbf : 12:00 p.m.

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• Aachen Hbf : 6:10 p.m.

• Hasselt : 7:35 p.m.

• Lier : 8:20 p.m.

• Antwerp-Central : 8:40 p.m.

• Vilvoorde : 9:40 p.m.

Dimanche 14 décembre

Braine-le-Comte – Aachen Hbf * (boarding and alighting possible at each station)

• Braine-le-Comte : 7:45 a.m.

• Mons : 8:45 a.m.

• Charleroi-Central : 9:20 a.m.

• Namur : 9:50 a.m.

• Aachen Hbf : 11:25 a.m.

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• Aachen Hbf : 6:15 p.m.

• Namur : 7:50 p.m.

• Charleroi-Central : 8:20 p.m.

• Mons : 8:55 p.m.

• Braine-le-Comte : 9:35 p.m.

(*) subject to change

More information about E186 locomotives :

The E186 locomotives (also known as BR186 or internally as F140 MS2E) are electric locomotives from the Traxx family.

More than 220 units have been built by Bombardier since 2007, and they are in service with numerous railway companies.

More information about I6 cars :

I6 cars are Belgian cars designed for international traffic.

They were built in the late 1970s (1977–1978) by BN (La Brugeoise et Nivelles).

They are mainly used for trains during rush hour.

A 2nd class carriage consists of 11 compartments with 6 seats each, giving a total of 66 seats.

More information about I10 cars :

I10 cars are Belgian cars intended for international traffic.

They were built in the late 1980s (1987) by BN (La Brugeoise et Nivelles).

They were mainly used for international trains bound for Luxembourg.

These carriages have comfortable first-class seats with plenty of space thanks to the 2+1 layout.

More information about the I10 / SR3 “Disco-Bar” car :

The SR3 bar car was originally an I10 car.

In 2002, this car was converted into a bar car at the Mechelen workshop.

The car is not used in regular service but frequently runs for special trips such as festivals.

In addition to a bar and music system, it has a lounge area and a dance floor.

Note : train composition is subject to change.

Important note!

During our trips, we sometimes offer special stops outside of the usual stations or stops to give those who wish to do so the opportunity to take exclusive photos. These photo stops are, of course, optional. We invite each traveller to ensure that they are physically able to get on and off the train safely during these special moments.

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This activity is organised by “Patrimoine Ferroviaire et Tourisme – Toerisme en Spoorpatrimonium” (PFT-TSP asbl) with the support of Railtraxx, Train Charter Services and SNCB.

Tickets are available for purchase via the “Chemin de Fer du Bocq” website (an organisation of PFT-TSP).

If you have any questions about this activity, please contact : [email protected]

1. Purpose of transport.
The non-profit organisation PFT-TSP, with the support of Railtraxx, Train Charter Services and SNCB, is organising a special tourist train between Belgium and Aachen (Germany). This trip is being carried out using rolling stock hired from approved railway companies, subject to authorisation from the Belgian and German railway infrastructure managers.

Tickets are available for purchase via the ‘Chemin de Fer du Bocq’ website (Chemin de Fer du Bocq is an organisation of PFT-TSP).

2. Validity of the transport contract
The ticket purchased constitutes a contract between the passenger and the non-profit organisation. This contract covers only the return journey as scheduled.

3. Modification or cancellation of the service
In the event of cancellation, interruption or cancellation during the journey due to force majeure (bad weather, strike, accident, mechanical breakdown, decision by network managers or other events beyond the control of the PFT-TSP): no compensation is provided.
In the event of cancellation, interruption or cancellation during the journey due to the PFT-TSP: a partial refund proportional to the journey not made is possible.

4. Delays
The timetable is provided for information purposes only. No compensation may be claimed for delays of less than 60 minutes. Beyond that, a lump sum compensation or a voucher may be offered at the discretion of the ASBL.

5. Connections and additional costs
The PFT-TSP does not cover connections with other trains, public transport, accommodation, meals or taxis. No compensation will be granted for costs incurred due to a delay or cancellation.

6. Assistance in the event of cancellation of the return train
If the return train is cancelled and no alternative transport is available, the non-profit organisation will make every effort to help passengers reach their point of departure, without this constituting a contractual obligation.

7. Conduct on board and safety
Passengers must comply with basic safety rules and the instructions of staff. No dangerous or inappropriate behaviour will be tolerated.

8. Insurance
The non-profit organisation is covered by organiser’s civil liability insurance. Passengers are invited to take out personal travel insurance if they wish.

9. Acceptance
By purchasing a ticket, passengers acknowledge that they have read and accept these terms and conditions without reservation.

10. Contacts
Any questions? Contact [email protected]