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   How many trains pass through the Horseshoe Curve in Altoona?

   • The largest and most dramatic of these curves is the Horseshoe Curve in Altoona, which was completed in 1854. Over the course of the next 160 years, the curve has been crossed by thousands of trains and even eight U.S. Presidents! Dozens of trains pass through the Horseshoe Curve each day.

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   Where is horseshoe curve?

   • It became a National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark in 2004. Horseshoe Curve is 5 miles (8 km) west of Altoona, Pennsylvania, in Logan Township, Blair County. It sits at railroad milepost 242 on the Pittsburgh Line, which is the Norfolk Southern Railway Pittsburgh Division main line between Pittsburgh and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

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   Where can I see the Horseshoe Curve in Blair County?

   • Please view the World Famous Horseshoe Curve's live stream by clicking the button above. There are also plenty of alternative railfan sites across Blair County! The public can see the train tracks at the bridges on 7th, 8th, and 17th Street. The 8th Street Bridge in Juniata also provides a nice view of the Altoona Shops.

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   When did Horseshoe Curve become a National Historic Landmark?

   • The Horseshoe Curve was added to the National Register of Historic Places and designated as a National Historic Landmark in 1966. It became a National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark in 2004. Horseshoe Curve is 5 miles (8 km) west of Altoona, Pennsylvania, in Logan Township, Blair County.

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   Horseshoe Curve is 5 miles (8 km) west of Altoona, Pennsylvania, in Logan Township, Blair County. It sits at railroad milepost 242 on the Pittsburgh Line , which is the Norfolk Southern Railway Pittsburgh Division main line between Pittsburgh and Harrisburg , Pennsylvania.

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   Altoona, PA 16601. Phone: 814-946-0834. Region: The Alleghenies. Completed in 1854, the Horsehoe Curve opened the way for railroads to conquer the Allegheny Ridge. An engineering marvel and the main railroad line connecting east and west. Features train watching, displays and exhibits. Get Directions Visit Website.

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   Aug 26, 2013 · The largest and most dramatic of these curves is the Horseshoe Curve in Altoona, which was completed in 1854. Over the course of the next 160 years, the curve has been crossed by thousands of trains and even eight U.S. Presidents!

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   Directions to and photos of the Horseshoe Curve near Altoona, Pennsylvania. A national landmark and must-see destination for railfans!

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   Virtual Railfan at HSC. Please view the World Famous Horseshoe Curve's live stream by clicking the button above. There are also plenty of alternative railfan sites across Blair County! The public can see the train tracks at the bridges on 7th, 8th, and 17th Street. The 8th Street Bridge in Juniata also provides a nice view of the Altoona Shops.

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   Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark. 596 reviews. #2 of 32 things to do in Altoona. Historic Sites. Closed now. 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Write a review. About. An unusual construction of rail-building that enabled trains to move westward. Suggest edits to improve what we show. Improve this listing. All photos (347)

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   World-Famous Horseshoe Curve The hours of operation below are standard operating hours and do not reflect temporary changes such as early closures. Please check Facebook and Google when planning your trip!