Scheldeland In Stoom

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.