DEUTZ Technikum

About the museum

The company DEUTZ is regarded as the world's first engine factory and was founded in 1864. Nicolaus August Otto developed the atmospheric gas engine in 1867, the first combustion engine built in series production, and in 1876 he produced the first working four-stroke engine. From Köln-Deutz the motorization of the world began.

The company's engine collection goes back to 1875. As early as 1925 it was made accessible to the public in a works museum. Today the Technikum shows more than 50 historic engines on around 600 square meters, documenting the development of combustion engine construction.

The exhibits include, besides the early gas and four-stroke engines, the first crosshead-less diesel engine of 1898, the well-known air-cooled engines, medium and large engines, and current drives. The museum is located on the company premises in Köln-Porz (Eil) and is not freely accessible; visitors can see it on free guided tours after prior registration.

Highlights

• Atmospheric gas engine from 1867
• Original four-stroke test engine from 1876
• First crosshead-less diesel engine from 1898
• Air-cooled engines as well as medium and large engines
• Free guided tours for groups

Permanent exhibition

• Motorensammlung im DEUTZ Technikum – More than 50 historic engines on about 600 square meters show the development from the gas engine through four-stroke and diesel engines to today's drives.

Founded

1925

Operated by

DEUTZ AG

Admission & discounts

Admission is free.

The tours are free of charge.

Accessibility

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Kids & families

Only partly suitable for kidsRecommended for ages 14+

Tours are admitted for young people from age 14.

Getting there & parking

The Technikum is located on the premises of DEUTZ AG, Ottostraße 1, 51149 Köln (Porz-Eil).

Amenities & dining

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Events & venue rental

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