Historischer Lokschuppen Wittenberge: A Journey Through German Railway History

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Discover vintage locomotives and railway history at Brandenburg's largest railway museum, housed in a historic 19th-century roundhouse in Wittenberge.

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Explore a bygone era at the Historischer Lokschuppen Wittenberge, Brandenburg's largest railway museum. Housed in a beautifully preserved 19th-century roundhouse, the museum showcases vintage locomotives, railway equipment, and interactive exhibits that highlight the impact of railways on German industrial development.

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Am bhf 6, Wittenberge, 19322, DE
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Saturday 10 am-5 pm

Local tips

Visit on a Saturday when the museum is open to explore the exhibits and take a guided tour.
Check the museum's website for 'Dampftage' (Steam Days) events for a more interactive experience with locomotive parades and rides.
Wear comfortable shoes, as you'll be doing a lot of walking around the extensive grounds and inside the roundhouse.

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Getting There

Public Transport

From Wittenberge Hauptbahnhof (main train station), exit the station and turn left, walking past the main station building. Follow the pathway alongside the wall for approximately 300 meters until you reach the 'Wm' signal box. Pass the signal box on the left, and after another 50 meters, you'll arrive at the former gatekeeper's building and the entrance to the Historischer Lokschuppen. The walk is approximately 5-10 minutes and is free of charge.
Car

From anywhere in Wittenberge, navigate towards the main train station (Hauptbahnhof). From the station building, follow Goethestraße in a southerly direction for about 300 meters until you see the 'Wm' signal box. Parking is available on the former loading street (Ladestraße) at the corner of Goethestraße and Bahnstraße, or on Am Bahnhof street. Be aware of parking restriction zones near the signal box and the entrance to the Lokschuppen grounds. Parking costs are approximately €1-2 per hour.

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Step back in time at the Historischer Lokschuppen Wittenberge, an expansive railway museum located in a meticulously restored 19th-century roundhouse. This authentic site once served as a vital maintenance facility for steam locomotives, capable of accommodating up to 150 engines during its peak operation until 1987. Today, it stands as Brandenburg's largest railway museum, offering visitors an immersive experience into Germany's rich railway heritage. The museum's collection boasts an impressive array of locomotives and railway equipment, including five 'Reko' steam locomotives of the Baureihe 50.35, a heavy freight train engine of the Baureihe 44, and the small industrial locomotive 'Emma'. Enthusiasts can also explore a diverse range of diesel locomotives, electric locomotives, and various railway cars, including a hospital train and the former DDR government train's car. Interactive exhibits allow visitors to engage with railway history, such as operating an original 1909 signal box, providing a hands-on understanding of the physical demands of manually controlling tracks and signals. The museum also hosts regular events, including 'Dampftage' (Steam Days), featuring locomotive parades, rides, and guided tours. These events offer a dynamic and engaging experience for all ages, making the Historischer Lokschuppen Wittenberge a must-visit destination for railway enthusiasts and families alike.