Nariz del Diablo Railway (Alausí)
Nariz del Diablo
A zigzag mountain railway departing from Alausí. The train switches back and forth as it descends the steep cliff of the Devil's Nose, and it is considered one of the world's most difficult railways to build.
This railway was built in the early 20th century. It overcomes a height difference of about 500 meters over roughly 12 km through multiple switchbacks. At Sibambe station you can visit a small museum and watch indigenous dance performances. The full trip takes about 2.5 hours. In recent years the railway's operations and ticketing have been adjusted several times, and Alausí has also been affected by a landslide. Before traveling, confirm that the train is running and buy tickets in advance. Alausí is about 2 hours' drive from Riobamba.
Opening hours
Schedules as published by official operators
Nearby sights
- Lagunas de Ozogoche
- Guamote Thursday Market
- Lagunas de Atillo
- Laguna de Colta
- Balbanera Church
- Mercado La Merced
- Riobamba Historic Center & Parque Maldonado
- Riobamba Cathedral