Dornier Museum: A Century of Aviation Innovation
Explore a century of aviation and space history at the Dornier Museum, featuring pioneering aircraft and interactive exhibits in Friedrichshafen.
The Dornier Museum Friedrichshafen offers an immersive journey through 100 years of aviation and space exploration. The museum, which opened in 2009, is dedicated to the legacy of Claude Dornier and the Dornier company, pioneers in aircraft design and aerospace technology. The museum's architecture, resembling an aircraft hangar, covers 6,000 square meters and houses nearly 400 exhibits. Visitors can explore twelve original Dornier aircraft, including the Do 27 and Do 228, as well as full-scale replicas of the Dornier Merkur and Dornier Wal. The space exploration section features seven 1:1 scale exhibits, offering a glimpse into Dornier's contributions to space missions and satellite technology. Interactive exhibits, such as the Do 27 flight simulator, allow visitors to experience the thrill of flying. The museum also hosts temporary exhibitions and events, ensuring a dynamic and engaging experience for all ages. A restaurant with a terrace offers views of the Friedrichshafen Airport, where visitors can watch Zeppelins and other aircraft take off and land. The museum not only showcases aircraft but also highlights Dornier's diverse contributions, including those to space travel. Exhibits reveal Dornier's work on satellites and other space-bound objects.
Local tips
- Arrive by train to Friedrichshafen Airport station, which is a short walk to the museum.
- Take advantage of the combined ticket with the catamaran from Konstanz for an easy and inexpensive trip.
- Visit during the week to avoid weekend crowds.
- Check the museum's website for special events, temporary exhibitions and holiday opening hours.
- Try the Do 27 flight simulator for a hands-on aviation experience.
A brief summary to Dornier Museum
- Claude-Dornier-Platz 1, Friedrichshafen, 88046, DE
- +4975414873600
- Visit website
- Tuesday 10 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-5 pm
- Thursday 10 am-5 pm
- Friday 10 am-5 pm
- Saturday 10 am-5 pm
- Sunday 10 am-5 pm
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Friedrichshafen city center, take bus line 18 or 7586 towards the airport. The Dornier Museum is located a short walk from the Friedrichshafen Flughafen (Airport) bus stop. A single fare is approximately €2-3. Alternatively, take the Bodensee Oberschwaben Bahn (BOB) train to the Friedrichshafen Flughafen station, which is next to the museum. Train tickets range from €5-€9.
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Car
From Friedrichshafen, follow the signs for the airport (Flughafen). The museum is located directly at the airport. Parking is available at the museum. The first 90 minutes are free for museum and restaurant visitors. After that, standard parking rates apply, with a daily maximum of €20.
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Ferry and Train
From Konstanz, take the catamaran to Friedrichshafen. From the Friedrichshafen harbor, transfer to the Bodensee Oberschwaben Bahn (BOB) train to Friedrichshafen Flughafen (Airport). The museum is a short walk from the train station. A combined ticket for the catamaran and train is available. The catamaran ride is 52 minutes.
