Audi museum mobile

Current exhibitions

About the museum

The Audi museum mobile opened on December 15, 2000, together with the Audi Forum Ingolstadt at AUDI AG's main plant. The round glass-and-steel building, about 23 meters tall, was designed by architect Gunter Henn; its ring-shaped layout is inspired by the growth rings of a tree and is meant to express both permanence and change.

On some 6,000 square meters, the museum tells the story of the brands from which Audi emerged. An elevator serving as a “time machine” first takes visitors to the top floor and back to 1899, when August Horch founded his first company. From there, the tour leads via the founding of the Audi works in Zwickau in 1909 and the merger of Audi, DKW, Horch and Wanderer to form Auto Union in 1932 to the new beginning in Ingolstadt after World War II and Audi's development into today's premium brand. The two levels of the permanent exhibition are divided into the periods 1899–1945 and 1946–2000.

The vehicles are placed in their economic and social context, so a visit is also a journey through the 20th century. Dedicated areas cover motorsport, from the Auto Union racing cars through the rally era to the DTM and Le Mans. A paternoster lift visible from outside moves changing vehicles through all floors, a technology gallery explains engines and materials at hands-on stations, and a separate level hosts changing special exhibitions.

Highlights

• More than 100 cars and motorcycles from Audi, Horch, DKW, Wanderer and NSU
• Elevator as a “time machine” to the start of the tour in 1899
• Vehicle paternoster lift through all levels
• Racing cars from Auto Union to Le Mans winners
• Technology gallery with hands-on stations
• Round glass building by Gunter Henn

Permanent exhibitions

• Dauerausstellung 1899–1945 – The early years with Horch, Audi, DKW and Wanderer up to the founding of Auto Union and its racing cars.
• Dauerausstellung 1946–2000 – The new beginning in Ingolstadt, DKW two-strokes, NSU and the rise of Audi, including its rally and racing successes.
• Technikgalerie – Hands-on stations on engine technology, lightweight construction and materials.

Founded

2000

Operated by

AUDI AG

Admission & discounts

Free admission: Free admission on your birthday (free ticket via the ticket shop, show ID); museum tour also free that day

Special exhibitions included in admission. Tickets purchased online are personalized; bring proof of eligibility for reduced rates.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible
• Elevator
• Accessible restroom: no information
• Accessible parking: no information
• Service dogs welcome: no information
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

According to the operator, the grounds and museum are accessible for wheelchair users (low barrier); parking and underground parking right at the Audi Forum. For special requests, contacting visitor services is recommended.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Family tours & workshops
• Activity booklet, scavenger hunt or kids’ audio guide
• Hands-on stations

Children's quiz trail (€4, for children who can read and write) with a surprise gift, plus interactive stations. Bookable activities for preschool and elementary school children; on museum tours, children under 14 only with adults.

Getting there & parking

A 9, exit Lenting (60), then follow the signs for “Audi Forum Ingolstadt”; GPS destination: Ettinger Straße/intersection with Waldeysenstraße.

Amenities & dining

• Café
• Restaurant
• Museum shop

At the Audi Forum: AVUS Restaurant, Marktrestaurant, Bar & Lounge and Café A51. Museum shop with books, model cars and the Audi Tradition collection, plus an Audi Shop.

Events & venue rental

The museum hasn’t published any information on this – please ask the museum directly.

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