Automuseum Lömmenschwil
Private vehicle museum with classic cars, racing cars, motorcycles, racing boats and over 5000 models on the history of mobility, plus a bistro.
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About the museum
The Automuseum in Lömmenschwil grew out of the Hürlimann family's passion for historic vehicles. For more than forty years the operators have been collecting and restoring classic cars. What began with automobiles expanded to include motorcycles, aircraft and racing boats. In 2021 the collection was opened to the public in Lömmenschwil as a museum; in 2022 it received the Swiss Classic Award in the Innovation category.
The exhibition shows vehicles from roughly a hundred years, from the American Saxon of 1913 and a Renault of 1922 to the NSU Ro 80 with its Wankel engine. One focus is motor racing: racing cars from several eras, such as a Citroën B2 from 1924, a Formula 3 car from 1948 or the CAT-Alfa of 1965, built in Switzerland, tell the story of competition and of Swiss drivers. In addition there are motorcycles, racing boats and technology from earlier times.
More than 5000 models, including Porsche, Saurer, English Matchbox models and trains in gauges 0, 1 and H0, document the history of mobility. The building has a bistro, a shop with accessories and model cars, and a workshop for classic cars in the basement. The museum is also available for guided tours, group visits and events.
Highlights
- Classic cars from 1913 to the present day, including the NSU Ro 80
- Racing cars from several eras, including the Citroën B2 (1924) and CAT-Alfa (1965)
- Motorcycles and racing boats
- Over 5000 models on the history of mobility
- Bistro with garden seating in summer
Permanent exhibition
- Fahrzeugsammlung und Modelle – Classic cars, racing cars, motorcycles and racing boats, plus over 5000 models of cars, trucks and trains on the history of mobility.
- Founded
- 2021
- Operated by
- Privat betrieben (Familie Hürlimann)
Admission & discounts
| Adults | CHF 10 |
|---|---|
| Reduced | CHF 8Apprentices and students |
| Children & teens | freefree up to age 12 · Children up to 12 free; young people aged 12 to 16 pay half price (CHF 5). |
| Students & apprentices | CHF 8Apprentices and students |
| Groups (5+ people) | –Group visits on weekdays for groups of 5 or more by prior reservation |
| Annual pass | CHF 100 |
| Guided tour | CHF 10per person, maximum CHF 100 per tour (according to museums.ch) |
Accessibility
- Partially wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: not available
- 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 lower exhibition floor is step-free; a staircase leads to the upper floor.
Kids & families
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
Bahnhof Häggenschwil-Winden · 5-min walk · 200 m
Train to Häggenschwil-Winden (St. Gallen–Romanshorn line); the museum is about 200 metres south of the station.
By car
Parking available
Parking at the museum.
Amenities & dining
- Café
- Museum shop
Bistro with seating for up to 50 people (coffee and cake, aperitifs, or meals to order); in summer, garden seating in front of the museum. Museum shop with accessories, care products and model cars.
Events & venue rental
- Spaces for rent
- Private parties
- Corporate events
- Weddings / ceremonies
Up to 50 guests.
Events from aperitifs to banquets (wedding aperitifs, company events, presentations, club meetings and assemblies); the bistro seats up to 50 people.
Inquiries & detailsPlan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
|---|---|
| Good to know | Expert-led guided tours are offered. Groups of 5 or more people can also book appointments on weekdays. |
