Eisenbahnmuseum Weimar, Railway museum in Weimar, Germany.
The Eisenbahnmuseum Weimar is a railway museum housed in a former depot east of Weimar's main station. It displays over 30 different locomotives, including steam, diesel, and electric models, alongside passenger cars and freight vehicles.
The site was recognized as a technical monument in Thuringia in 1980 and underwent major changes in 2018 when the Thüringer Eisenbahnverein association took over the facility. Since then it has developed into a museum open to the public.
The museum shows how railway travel developed in Germany and what role trains played in society over time. The collection tells stories of different transportation eras through its vehicles, making this history tangible for visitors.
Visits must be arranged in advance since the museum does not have regular opening hours and operates only by appointment. It is best to contact the facility beforehand to confirm your visit and learn about current conditions.
The museum houses Germany's most extensive collection of electric locomotives, including prototypes of early three-phase models. These rare vehicles demonstrate how electrification of German railways began.
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