The Great Train Race

Name: The Great Train Race
Address: Heidelberg, ZA
Telephone: +27825602275
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Reliving the race that made history!
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The Great Train Race is a live re-enactment in South Africa celebrating vintage travel, inspired by the legendary 1930 contest between a Bentley and Le Train Bleu.

27 September 2025 | Heidelberg

23/07/2026

History comes roaring back to life at The Great Train Race.

Vintage cars, trains, motorcycles and aircrafts give spectators a chance to celebrate history, heritage, engineering and the spirit of adventure.

Watch this highlight video and relive the sights, sounds and thrill of with us.

📍 Heidelberg Railway Station
📅 26 September 2026
🎟️ https://tickets.tixsa.co.za/event/the-great-train-race-2026-the-10th-classic-carnival

18/07/2026

The Great Tour 2025 brought together vintage motoring enthusiasts from across the country for two weeks of history, heritage and unforgettable moments on the open road.

Watch our highlight video to experience the dust, the stories, the scenery and the mighty machines that made a journey to remember. 🎥

17/07/2026

Step into the golden age of travel at . 🎩🚂✨

From classic cars and motorcycles to steam trains and vintage aircrafts, is a living tribute to timeless engineering and adventure.

🎪 Ticket sales are open: https://tickets.tixsa.co.za/event/the-great-train-race-2026-the-10th-classic-carnival
📍 Heidelberg Railway Station
📅 26 September 2026

15/07/2026

The Great Tour: Vintage Run registrations are open.

From 27 September - 12 October 2026 South Africa becomes the backdrop for one of the world’s most unique vintage motoring adventures.

combines scenic travel across 4000km of breathtaking landscapes, cultural experiences, vintage machines and the romance of a bygone era.
We only have 20 spots available. Send an email to [email protected] secure your booking today. https://thegreattrainrace.co.za/the-great-tour/

14/07/2026

Step right up to the greatest celebration of steam, speed and spectacle in South Africa. The Great Train Race is returning in September. 🎩🚂

Join thousands of spectators and enthusiasts for a one-of-a-kind celebration of vintage vehicles and timeless adventure.

📍 Heidelberg Railway Station
📅 Save the date: 26 September 2026 and join us for

14/02/2026

Where heritage meets horsepower!

Motul Classic and FFM Distributors are heading to George for the SCOCC 2026 George Old Car Show today, a gathering that honours craftsmanship, chrome, and the machines that shaped motoring history.

From pre-war precision to post-war power, this is where classic engineering takes centre stage and where the right oils keep legends moving.

If you’re passionate about preservation, performance, and the golden age of motoring, we’ll see you there until 5pm.

25/01/2026

The wheels are officially in motion for The Great Train Race 2026!

We’ve recently wrapped up a strategic session with our marketing team and trust us, if you thought 2025 was impressive, you’re in for one unforgettable ride in 2026.

Keep an eye on our social media pages for key updates and announcements. You don’t want to miss a second of it! 🚂

Address

Heidelberg

Telephone

+27825602275

Website

https://thegreattrainrace.co.za/

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