One of the 20 of the SNCF Class CC 65000 is seen upon introduction. Originally classified as the 060 DB series, they were affectionately known by French rail enthusiasts as the sous-marin (submarine) due to the unique streamlined shape and the round porthole-like windows along its sides.
Built by Alsthom between 1956 and 1958, these were among the first main-line diesels built in France to replace steam traction. They frequently operated passenger and freight services along the Atlantic coast, including the Nantes–La Rochelle–Bordeaux line. Prime movers were 2 x SACM MGO VSHR with an output power of 1,300 hp or 970 kW.
The series was withdrawn from service between 1981 and 1988 but two examples were preserved: CC 65001 at the Cité du Train in Mulhouse and CC 65005 by the Train des Mouettes.
The station dates from 1922, built by the former CdF de l'Etat.
The station dates from 1922, built by the former CdF de l'Etat.
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