As we wrap up our journey through Spain, we delve into the unique charm of the Trenhotel, a rare sleeper express service, using the iconic Talgo trains! Once abundant in Spain and its neighboring countries, sleeper trains have dwindled, leaving only the route to Portugal. (As of our 2019 coverage. This service was completely discontinued after the impact of COVID-19.) We'll take you on a journey aboard the 'Lusitania,' the last of these lines, headed to Lisbon, Portugal!
The Trenhotel is a luxurious sleeper train, the pride of the Spanish railways. You'll be staying in a 'Gran Clase' first-class sleeper, a completely private room with an en-suite shower. We'll also showcase moments in the lounge at the station before boarding.
However, sleeper train services have been reduced under the pressure of high-speed rail alternatives. Though a dining car is attached, the service has been simplified and feels a bit lacking compared to the past.
The future for the Madrid to Lisbon sleeper train is similarly bleak, with plans to replace it with high-speed rail services.
The outlook for sleeper trains isn't bright, but we hope to convey the allure of Spain's night trains to all of you.
And since it's our last night in Spain, we've packed the video with discussions about Talgo and variable gauge systems.
This video marks a temporary departure from Spain, but our quest to discover the Iberian Peninsula's unique trains is far from over. Next up, we continue with the series in neighboring Portugal!
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