The museum is built around the original 1884 station terminal, which was the endpoint of the Gijón-León railway line.
The collection includes the oldest steam locomotive preserved in Spain, the 'Samarcanda', built in 1860.
The museum grounds include an authentic railway turntable used for rotating locomotives.
It holds an extensive collection of narrow-gauge railway equipment, vital for understanding the mining geography of Asturias.
The site hosts a functioning railway segment allowing for occasional short-run demonstrations of historic engines.
The main exhibition hall utilizes the station's original steel-truss roofing structure.
The Museo del Ferrocarril de Asturias is housed in a former Northern Railway station building in Gijón, preserving the regional history of rail transport. The museum grounds encompass the historic station building, original workshops, and an extensive collection of rolling stock displayed across 14,000 square meters. Key exhibits include steam locomotives dating back to the late 19th century, passenger carriages, and freight wagons. The museum serves as an essential repository for Asturias' industrial heritage, illustrating the role of railways in the development of coal and steel industries. Displays feature internal mechanisms of historic trains, signals, and vintage railway infrastructure equipment. The facility also houses an extensive documentation center containing maps, plans, and historical photographs. Visitors can observe ongoing restoration work in the museum's workshop areas when activities permit.
The main exhibition hall platform, capturing the line of restored steam locomotives under the vaulted steel roof.
Visit the outdoor storage tracks to see locomotives in various stages of restoration.
Check the official website for temporary exhibitions, as these change frequently and focus on specific industrial themes.
Wear comfortable walking shoes as the site covers a large area with gravel and uneven industrial flooring.
Do not attempt to climb onto rolling stock or enter restricted workshop areas, as these zones are strictly for museum staff.
Closed on Mondays throughout the year.
