Scheldeland In Stoom

About this event

Scheldeland in Steam is Belgium’s premier historical transport festival, taking visitors on an authentic journey back to the industrial age. Organized by the vzw Stoomtrein Dendermonde-Puurs in collaboration with the Province of East Flanders, this annual weekend event transforms the scenic Schelde valley into a living museum powered by historical steam and diesel machinery.

The event anchors a unique "Steam Triangle" connecting multiple heritage sites via vintage locomotives, historic vessels, and heritage shuttle buses.

Key Highlights of the Event
The Steam Railway Experience: Historic steam and diesel locomotives operate an intensive heritage schedule along the museum railway line between Baasrode-Noord and Puurs. Visitors can ride the vintage carriages, look inside the driver's cabs, and explore a massive exhibition of rolling stock.
The Steam Loop (Stoomrondje): A signature feature of the event involves the arrival of an authentic historic steamboat (such as the Dockyard III). Passengers can purchase a combo ticket to experience both vintage rail travel and a scenic cruise on the Schelde river between Baasrode and Sint-Amands.
The Grand Steam Parade: Each evening, the festival climaxes in a spectacular parade where multiple fully operational steam locomotives line up and showcase their power at the Baasrode-Noord station grounds.
Four Heritage Sites in One Ticket: A single day-pass grants access to the entire transit network and seamlessly connects visitors to four unique regional heritage locations:
• Baasrode-Noord Station: The bustling heart of the festival featuring live steam engine demonstrations, model railways, and a historic vehicle exhibition.
• Baasrode Shipyards (Scheepswerven Baasrode): A protected 3-hectare maritime heritage site where guests can explore restored historical dry docks and shipbuilding workshops.
• Gansakkermolen (Sint-Amands): A beautifully preserved historic windmill that opens its doors specifically for guided tours during the weekend.
• Puurs Station: An expansive modern and historic exhibition featuring special diesel and electric locomotives from various railway operators.