Definition: Sautoires are a type of railway station in France. They are located on a narrow platform, with stairs leading up to a platform where trains stop for passengers. The name "sautoire" comes from the French word "auto," which means "autostrade," meaning a road or highway that runs through a city. Sautoires have been an important part of railway infrastructure in France since the 19th century, serving as places of transit and storage for freight cars. They