Train du Père Noël — Le Train Rouge

Le Train Rouge runs its Train du Père Noël from Rivesaltes, Estagel and Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet. The operator describes the red train as decorated with sparkling garlands and lights, and promises an atmosphere of music, entertainment, sweets and children's laughter on a trip through the landscapes of the region.

Père Noël is on board in person. According to the operator he welcomes each family, listens to the children's wishes and has the moment captured in a photograph.

Tickets are priced by boarding station. The operator says seats go fast and urges passengers to book early.

A festive ride on the decorated red train with Christmas music, entertainment and sweets, and a visit from Père Noël who greets each family, listens to the children's wishes and is photographed with them.

Boarding is at Rivesaltes station (Avenue René-Victor Manaut, 66600 Rivesaltes), Estagel station or Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet station; the fare depends on the station you board at. The operator says seats go fast and urges early booking; each boarding station has its own booking button on the operator's page. A lower fare is listed for children under 3. Operator contact: 04 68 200 400, info@letrainrouge.fr.