Eisenbahnmuseum Stadtlohn
Volunteer-run museum on the Westfälische Landes-Eisenbahn in the old goods depot of Stadtlohn station.
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About the museum
The Eisenbahnmuseum Stadtlohn commemorates the Nordbahn of the Westfälische Landes-Eisenbahn (WLE), which from 1902 connected Borken, Ahaus, Burgsteinfurt and Vreden and also linked Stadtlohn to the rail network. Passenger services ended in 1975, the last freight train left the station in 1988, after which the tracks were removed.
The Eisenbahnclub Stadtlohn e. V., founded in 1985, set up a museum in the station's former goods depot in 1995, which is still run on a voluntary basis by the association's members. It is considered the only museum dedicated specifically to the WLE.
On display are photos and documents from the history of the line, tools and equipment of the track maintenance depot, uniforms and furnishings from railway operations, including a handcar and an electromechanical signal box. In the outdoor area stand a monument locomotive with passenger carriages, a level crossing barrier system, a water crane and several signals.
Highlights
- Monument locomotive with passenger carriages in the outdoor area
- Electromechanical signal box
- Original handcar
- Level crossing barrier system, water crane and signals
- Collection of photos and documents on the WLE Nordbahn
- Founded
- 1995
- Operated by
- Eisenbahnclub Stadtlohn e. V.
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €2.50 |
|---|---|
| Children & teens | freefree up to age 10 · Children up to 10 years free. |
| Families | –Discount with a Familienpass (family pass). |
Discount with a Familienpass (family pass); 50% discount on admission with the EWR*PLUS Card.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- 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
The museum is suitable for people with disabilities (information from the museum).
Kids & families
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Getting there & parking
The museum is in the former station on Bahnallee; the railway line has been closed.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Café: not available
- Restaurant: not available
No refreshments in the museum.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Good to know | Special tours for groups and clubs after prior registration. Contact: Heinz Garwer. |
