Entrance ticket Model Railway Museum
Discover the fascinating world of miniature trains at the Model Railway Museum in Sneek. Look, listen, and let yourself be carried along past working models, interactive presentations, and unique exhibitions.
What to expect
- Deal option 1 : Entrance ticket Model Railway Museum, from 18 years (value €12.50)
- Deal option 2 : Entrance ticket Model Railway Museum, ages 3 to 17 (value €8.50)
- Free admission for children up to and including 2 years old
- Admire one of the largest model train collections in Europe
- Operate interactive model railway layouts yourself and run trains
- Discover impressive miniature worlds full of detail and technology
- Free parking!
Conditions
- The voucher is valid until August 30, 2026.
- Reservations are not necessary
- The voucher is your admission ticket. Show it from your smartphone or bring a printed copy.
- The entire museum is easily accessible for wheelchairs; everything is on one level.
- Dogs are not allowed, except for service dogs.
- Check the current opening hours on the Model Railway Museum website.
More information
Are you looking for a special day out in Friesland? Then visit the Model Railway Museum in Sneek. In this fascinating museum, miniature trains, historic railways, and impressive model layouts come fully to life. Whether you are a true train enthusiast, planning a family outing, or simply want to discover something unique, the Model Railway Museum in Sneek offers an unforgettable experience for every visitor.
The museum boasts one of the largest collections of model trains in Europe, with thousands of carefully preserved models of Dutch and international railways. Here, visitors admire not only classic locomotives and carriages, but also interactive model railway layouts on which trains actually run. Many layouts can even be operated, making the museum extra fun for both children and adults.
A museum full of history and technology
The Model Railway Museum has a rich history. The foundation of the collection was laid by the Sneek antique dealer Piet Scheltema, who collected Dutch model trains for many years. His collection grew into a unique collection that even earned an entry in the Guinness Book of Records. Today, this collection still forms the heart of the museum.
In addition to historic model trains, you will discover impressive themed layouts, dioramas, and special exhibitions in the museum. From Swiss mountain landscapes to classic Dutch railway lines, an eye for detail, engineering, and creativity is evident everywhere. Famous collections, such as that of writer Appie Baantjer, are also part of the museum.
Fun and educational for children
The Model Railway Museum in Sneek is more than just looking at trains. Children can actively participate by running trains themselves, operating interactive layouts, and learning more about railways and technology through play. This makes the museum ideal for families, children's parties, and educational outings.
Accessibility
The museum has its own car park. Should that be full, there is a car park opposite the museum with approximately 200 free parking spaces. From there, it is about a 2-minute walk to the entrance. Consult Google Maps for the exact route from your starting point and for current departure and travel times.
For more information, visit the Modelspoormuseum website .