This route’s landscape is made up of black basalt, low-lying mountains, gravel paths and the occasional sandy bed. For some interesting off-roading, drive on top of the old railway track, but watch out for the broken bridges along the way. Be especially careful when entering and exiting a bridge as there may be broken slabs along the path.

Hadiyah Station & Locomotive

Hadiyah Station was a major post for the Hijaz Railway and is accessible to visitors. As you walk in, you will see a derailed rusting train and carriages, still with the original woodwork and engine. As you move through the station, you will notice a plaque hanging on the wall showing the year the station was constructed.

Jada'a Station & Bridges

Jada’a Station and the nearby bridges offer curious off-roaders a journey back in time. Just be sure to keep structural integrity in mind when taking a closer look. Safety first!

PRIZED ANIMALS

For many desert dwellers, the camel is considered a ‘gift from God’ due to its numerous benefits for easing life in this harsh terrain. Camels are able to carry heavy loads, provide nutrition in the form of milk and meat and can travel up to 160km without water.

Wadi Aba an Na'am Station

Constructed from black basalt, the Wadi Abu an Ni’am Station also includes the remnants of old watchtowers and hill-top forts which were used to protect the railway. This site is of particular interest because it was attacked in 1917 by Brigadier Thomas Lawrence as he attempted to gain a foothold in the region.

Al Boair Station

A 90km drive north-west of Al Madinah sits the crumbling railway station, barracks and fort of Al Boair. There is also a refurbished black locomotive from the Hijaz Railway which offers a glimpse into what a functioning train might have looked like back in the day.