Motorworld Köln

About the museum

Motorworld Köln | Rheinland occupies the grounds of the former Butzweilerhof airport in the Ossendorf district. The first airplanes took off here even before World War I; in 1936, what was then a major commercial airport received a new terminal building designed by Hans Mehrtens. After World War II, the military used the airfield, and in 1957 civil aviation moved for good to the new Köln/Bonn airport. The listed historic buildings were later carefully and extensively restored.

In June 2018, the Motorworld Group opened its tenth location here. Covering around 50,000 square meters, the complex combines the sale, servicing and storage of classic and modern vehicles with restaurants, a themed hotel and large event spaces. The classic cars, youngtimers (modern classics) and sports cars on display in glass storage boxes and workshops change constantly.

The site owes its exhibition character above all to the Michael Schumacher Private Collection, on view as a permanent exhibition since the 2018 opening, not far from Schumacher's hometown of Kerpen. It spans everything from the karts of his early years to sports cars and the Formula 1 race cars of his championship seasons, and displays trophies, helmets, racing suits and personal mementos. Loans from the Mercedes-Benz Museum round out the show. Access to the entire complex is free; guided tours also tell visitors more about the history of the airport.

Highlights

• Michael Schumacher Private Collection with karts, sports cars and Formula 1 championship cars
• Trophies, helmets and racing suits from Schumacher's career
• Loans from the Mercedes-Benz Museum, including the Sauber-Mercedes C291
• Listed 1936 terminal building of the Butzweilerhof airport
• Glass storage boxes and workshops with a changing lineup of classic cars

Permanent exhibitions

• Michael Schumacher Private Collection – Private collection of the seven-time Formula 1 world champion: karts, sports and race cars, trophies and personal items trace his career. Complemented by two Mercedes vehicles from the Mercedes-Benz Museum.

Founded

2018

Operated by

Motorworld Group

Admission & discounts

Admission is free.

Free admission to Motorworld and the Michael Schumacher Private Collection. Prices for guided tours are provided when booking.

Accessibility

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

According to the operator, all of Motorworld is accessible. Dogs are welcome.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Activity booklet, scavenger hunt or kids’ audio guide

Children's scavenger hunt with puzzles about mobility; details on request from Motorworld.

Getting there & parking

Amenities & dining

• Restaurant
• Museum shop

Several restaurants and bars, including Abaccos Steakhouse, BARATIE, El Carrito and MOTO 59 Foodgarage; V8 Hotel with 112 rooms and car suites; accessory shops, sim racing and BattleKart on site.

Events & venue rental

• Spaces for rent
• Corporate events
• Weddings / ceremonies

Up to 2,500 guests.

The largest space is the divisible 4-Takt-Hangar (approx. 2,300 m², up to 2,500 guests); also the historic terminal hall (up to 380 guests), Racing Hall, Eventgarage, Hangar Lounge and smaller lounges such as the Michael Schumacher Lounge. Weddings through a dedicated package.

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