Bochum Railway Museum

The Bochum Railway Museum in Dahlhausen is a large facility with historic locomotives and railway vehicles spread across a former depot site. The main building houses an extensive collection, while outdoor areas display tracks and original preserved equipment.

The site originated as a locomotive depot that maintained and repaired railways starting from 1916. The museum was established in 1977, making this important railway workplace accessible to visitors.

The location takes its name from the Dahlhausen district where this former railway depot now welcomes visitors. You can observe staff in historical uniforms throughout the grounds, experiencing how railway workers once went about their daily tasks.

The facility sits south of Bochum and while viewable from outside, guided tours take you through indoor spaces. Comfortable shoes are important since exploring involves considerable walking across outdoor grounds.

During summer months, visitors can board preserved trains and travel along the Ruhr Valley rail route, experiencing journeys as they were in earlier times. These rides connect the museum site to surrounding areas, offering a genuine sense of historic rail travel.

Location: Bochum

Inception: 1977

Official opening: 1977

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Operator: Stiftung Eisenbahnmuseum Bochum

Address: Dr.-C.-Otto-Straße 191, 44879 Bochum

Opening Hours: March 01-November 17: Monday, Saturday off; Tuesday-Friday, Sunday, Holidays 10:00-17:00

Phone: +49234492516

Email: info@eisenbahnmuseum-bochum.de

Website: https://eisenbahnmuseum-bochum.de

GPS coordinates: 51.43190,7.12444

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:42