A comprehensive history of railways in Istria, currently divided between Croatia, Italy and Slovenia, but for many years part of the Austro-Hungarian empire. This book follows the history of railways in the region from the building of the first railways through to the present day. Covers lines which remain open today, as well as branch lines and narrow gauge lines which have long since closed. Also looks at rolling stock, tramways, industries, infrastructure and the operation of railways in the region. Well illustrated throughout with black & white photographs, maps and track diagrams. German text. Hardback. 416 pages.