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The narrow-gauge railway station in Rudy, located on the Bytom Karb Wąskotorowy – Markowice line, is part of the Upper Silesian Narrow-Gauge Railways with a rich history dating back to 1899. The construction of this line was a response to the need for efficient transport between Gliwice and Racibórz. Between 1891 and 1903, the network was expanded, connecting key towns, which contributed to the development of the region. The "Rudy" station, which also served as a technical base, was an important transport hub until the 1960s. After World War II, the narrow-gauge railway was incorporated into the Polish State Railways (PKP) and underwent numerous transformations, including rolling stock modernization. The line was closed in 1992, but in 2006 the station was added to the Silesian Voivodeship's Trail of Technical Monuments, which led to its renovation and tourist revival. Today, the station offers numerous attractions, such as train rides, visits to the locomotive shed, and handcar experiences. Among the historical rolling stock, one can find steam locomotives that once transported passengers. Additionally, the station hosts blacksmithing workshops and tourist courses. Periodic events attract railway enthusiasts and tourists, and the station itself is decorated in a style reminiscent of the region's former railway culture. It is worth mentioning that at the beginning of 2009, the station was taken over by the local municipality, which contributed to its further development and promotion. Thanks to these efforts, Rudy has become a place that combines historical value with modern tourist attractions, making it an important point on the map of Upper Silesia.