Bulgarian railways offers steam train trip on Independence Day, September 22

Bulgarian state railways BDZ said on September 19 that because of the great interest in retro rolling stock, it is organising a steam train trip on September 22 when the country celebrates its Independence Day. The trip will be made with the steam locomotive on Sofia-Cherepish-Sofia route.

Return tickets, with reserved seats included, cost 29.50 BGN. Children up to the age of 7 will travel for free, but with no separate seat. A document to prove the age will be required when booking tickets. BDZ issued a reminder that children younger than 10 must be accompanied by an adult.

Tickets can be bought from ticket offices and BDZ offices throughout the country, BDZ said.