CP Chaves Museological Section

Category: Civil Architecture > Museum

District: Vila Real > Chaves > Chaves > Quinta da Estação

Location

Located in the city of Chaves, in the district of Vila Real, the CP Museum Section is situated at Quinta da Estação, a place intrinsically linked to the municipality's railway history. This space occupies the facilities that were once part of the former Chaves railway station.

Its location invites visitors to immerse themselves in the memory of an era when the train shaped the daily life and landscape of this Trás-os-Montes region, marking the terminus of an important railway line.

Railway Heritage and Memory

This museum section is dedicated to the preservation and exhibition of the railway legacy that profoundly marked the life of Chaves and the communities along the Corgo Line. It houses artefacts and elements that were once part of the railway's operation and daily life, offering a glimpse into the technology, work, and culture associated with this mode of transport.

Visitors can observe artefacts that illustrate the journey and evolution of railway transport in the region, contributing to an understanding of its economic and social importance for local and national development.

The Legacy of the Corgo Line

The importance of the CP Museum Section in Chaves also lies in its direct connection to the Corgo Line, a narrow-gauge railway that connected Chaves to Régua, traversing the mountain landscapes and valleys of Portugal's interior. The site where the museum is located was the final terminus of this line, making it a place of special symbolism for all who remember the vital role the train played.

Through the remnants present here, it is possible to revive the history of an infrastructure that, for decades, was the main artery connecting Chaves to the rest of the country, transporting goods and people and driving the progress of the Trás-os-Montes region.

Sources: https://www.fmnf.pt/

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt