Augsburg Railway Park: A Living Museum of Rail History
Explore a fascinating collection of historic locomotives at Augsburg Railway Park, a dynamic museum and cultural center celebrating European railway history.
Step back in time at the Augsburg Railway Park, a sprawling museum built on the grounds of a former Deutsche Bahn locomotive depot. Explore a fascinating collection of historic locomotives from across Europe, including steam engines, diesel locomotives, and electric engines. Wander through the Europa Roundhouse, a protected historical building showcasing locomotives from various EU countries. The park offers a unique glimpse into railway history with its workshops, historical smithy, and various railway vehicles. Special events, including jazz concerts and steam engine excursions, add to the park's appeal, making it a must-visit for railway enthusiasts and families alike. With its blend of history, technology, and culture, the Augsburg Railway Park provides an engaging and educational experience for all ages.
A brief summary to Augsburg Railway Park gGmbH
- Firnhaberstraße 22C, Augsburg, Hochfeld, 86159, DE
- +49821450447100
- Visit website
- Tuesday 10 am-4 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-4 pm
- Thursday 10 am-4 pm
- Friday 10 am-4 pm
- Saturday 10 am-4 pm
- Sunday 10 am-4 pm
Local tips
- Check the event calendar before your visit to coincide with special events like jazz concerts or steam train excursions for a more immersive experience.
- Wear comfortable shoes as you'll be doing a lot of walking around the extensive grounds and inside the locomotive halls.
- Visit during the week to avoid weekend crowds and enjoy a more relaxed exploration of the park.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Augsburg Hauptbahnhof (Central Station), take bus line 41 towards Maria Stern or Bergstraße. Get off at the Hennchstraße stop, which is a short walk to the Augsburg Railway Park entrance. A single bus fare within Augsburg zones 10 and 20 costs approximately €2.70. Alternatively, from Königplatz, take bus 41 in the same direction and alight at the same stop. Consider purchasing a day ticket if you plan to use public transport extensively within Augsburg, which costs around €7.50 and covers unlimited travel within zones 10 and 20. Note that the free stops around Königplatz and the main railway station are one stop in each direction.
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Walking
From Augsburg-Morellstraße DB station, exit the platform and turn right. Follow the path out of the underpass, then turn right again into the Prinz-Karl-Viertel. Continue for approximately 500 meters until you reach the Dampflokhalle entrance on the right side of Firnhaberstraße. Alternatively, from Augsburg Haunstetterstraße station, take the exit towards Haunstetterstraße. Turn right onto Haunstetterstraße, then take the first right onto Schertlinstraße, followed by the second left onto Firnhaberstraße. Walk for about 500 meters to find the Dampflokhalle entrance on your right.
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Driving
From the B17, take the exit towards Kongresshalle/Alte Universität/Eichleitnerstraße. At the traffic light, turn right towards Kongresshalle/Alte Universität, then turn right onto Unterfeldstraße. Pass through the railway underpass and continue onto Firnhaberstraße. The Dampflokhalle entrance to the Railway Park will be on your left. Parking is available on-site. Parking fees are not explicitly stated, but expect to pay a standard hourly or daily rate. As an alternative, Parkhaus Alte Uni Augsburg, located at Eichleitnerstr. 34, 86159 Augsburg, is a 10-minute walk away. Daily price is €12.
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