Spielzeugmuseum Beilngries

About the museum

The Spielzeugmuseum Beilngries opened in 1999, founded by the Kulturhistorischer Verein Beilngries-Kinding (cultural history association). The association still runs the house today and continues to expand the collection. The museum is housed in the former Franciscan monastery on Hauptstraße.

The collection ranges from dolls and dollhouses to Kasperl puppet theaters, carousels and steam engines, as well as pedal cars and self-made toys by small tinkerers. Much of it is made of tin and plastic, including many collector's pieces. Special displays are devoted to toys by the manufacturer Arnold, and there is a display of tin figures (Zinnfigurenschau).

A particular highlight is the largest N-gauge model railway in the region, on which several trains run over more than 75 meters of track through many stations. The association also runs the Technikmuseum Kratzmühle in Kinding.

Highlights

• Large N-gauge model railway with over 75 meters of track
• Dollhouses, Kasperl puppet theaters and carousels
• Tin toys and collector's rarities
• Tin figure display
• Play areas for children in the museum

Founded

1999

Operated by

Kulturhistorischer Verein Beilngries-Kinding e. V.

Admission & discounts

Groups of 8 or more can register by phone to visit outside opening hours as well.

Accessibility

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Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Playground / play area

There are special play areas for children in the museum; the exhibition is designed as an experience for the whole family.

Getting there & parking

The museum is in Beilngries' old town, Hauptstraße 49.

Amenities & dining

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Events & venue rental

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