Siku-, Audi- und Oldtimermuseum

About the museum

The museum goes back to the private collection of Thomas Höing, who began systematically cataloging his model cars in 1996. On December 1, 1999, a first small museum with about 5,000 models opened in Stadtlohn in the western Münsterland.

The collection grew quickly: in 2006 the exhibition was expanded, and in June 2010 the museum moved into a new building in the Gewerbegebiet West (West industrial area) on von-Ardenne-Straße. There, the exhibits are displayed on two floors and several kilometers of glass shelves in display cases, arranged by theme and year of manufacture.

At its core is what the operators describe as an almost complete model history of the toy brand Siku since 1951, supplemented by more than 11,000 Audi miniatures, over 1,000 Wiking models, and development drawings. In the middle of the halls stand about 90 vintage and youngtimer cars with a focus on Audi and special bodies by well-known customizers. In 2024 the museum celebrated its 25th anniversary; it is still run privately by Karin and Thomas Höing.

Highlights

• Siku models from more than seven decades since 1951
• Over 11,000 Audi miniatures and more than 1,000 Wiking models
• About 90 vintage and youngtimer cars, many with special Audi bodies
• Dioramas and a play area with Siku models for small children
• Model shop and in-house café with home-baked cake

Permanent exhibitions

• Siku-Modellfahrzeuge – The model history of the toy brand Siku from its beginnings in 1951 to today, supplemented by variants, dioramas, and development drawings.
• Audi-Miniaturen – More than 11,000 models of Audi and related brands in glass display cases, arranged by theme and year of manufacture.
• Old- und Youngtimer – About 90 original vehicles with a focus on Audi, including numerous special bodies by well-known vehicle customizers.

Founded

1999

Operated by

Karin und Thomas Höing (privat)

Admission & discounts

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

According to the museum, it is equipped for people with disabilities.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Activity booklet, scavenger hunt or kids’ audio guide
• Playground / play area

There is a play area with Siku models for smaller children. A museum scavenger hunt with questions about models and vehicles invites young and old to explore.

Getting there & parking

In the Gewerbegebiet West of Stadtlohn. By car via the A 31, exit Gescher/Coesfeld, then toward Stadtlohn and on toward Vreden/Gewerbegebiet West; the museum is at the end of the dead-end street von-Ardenne-Straße.

Amenities & dining

• Café
• Museum shop

In-house café with seasonal, home-baked cakes and tarts (also without museum admission, cake also to go). Model shop with several thousand models.

Events & venue rental

• Spaces for rent
• Private parties
• Corporate events

The museum can be booked for guided tours, birthday parties, neighborhood tours, company parties, and presentations; also popular with vintage and youngtimer clubs.

Plan your visit