Schiltern Model Railway World: Austria in miniature format
A fascinating model railway experience awaits you on over 300 square meters in the heart of historic Schiltern Castle near Langenlois. The Schiltern Model Railway World showcases iconic locations and landscapes from all over Austria in 1:87 scale—complete with hundreds of trains, thousands of figures, and lovingly crafted scenes. Thanks to day-night simulation and interactive elements, the visit is a weather-independent experience for the whole family. A special highlight: The staff are extremely friendly and enjoy sharing their knowledge and enthusiasm with guests.
Short info:
- Where is it located? Schiltern Castle, Obere Straße 45, 3553 Schiltern near Langenlois, Lower Austria
- What is special about it? Model railway experience on 300 m² with Austrian scenes, interactive buttons & day-night simulation
- When is it open? Wednesday to Sunday, from 10am to 6pm
- How much does the entrance fee cost? Adults €11.50 / Children (4–14 years) €5.50 / reduced €9.00/ here you can find all current prices; free with the NÖ-Card.
- Is there a shop? Yes, with model railway items from all well-known manufacturers and competent advice
- Are dogs allowed? Yes, on a leash
- How much time should you plan for? up to 1 hour, depending on interest and attention to detail
Experience Austria in miniature
Spanning approximately 300 m², the Schiltern Model Railway World showcases a variety of Austrian regions, buildings, and scenes in impressive detail. The 1:87 scale allows for a realistic representation—from the Dürnstein Castle ruins to the Schneeberg mountain and St. Pölten Central Station. The day-night experience is particularly impressive: every 24 minutes, the entire layout switches from day to night mode, accompanied by realistic light and sound effects. Children will also find buttons to press where moving objects appear. They're not always immediately apparent.
New highlights & open construction sites
The facility continues to grow. An "open construction site" concept allows you to watch the model builders at work. Recent highlights include:
- The Vienna Woods visit the Waldviertel (2024) with Myra Falls, St. Corona and a humorous UFO crash
- RWA Energy Model (2023) with interactive elements on renewable energy
- Christmas Elf Wonderland (2022) with lovingly hand-painted figures and action buttons
- Schönbrunn Castle with Tiergarten (2019) – an impressive replica with over 15,000 individual parts
Even older, but worth seeing areas such as the “20-Schilling-Blick“ or the stairway to heaven on the Mariazellerbahn are lovingly staged.
Interactive world of experience
Many scenes contain small buttons that you can use to trigger actions yourself: starting trains, turning on lights, moving figures. This is especially eye-catching for children – and adults can't get enough of the attention to detail.
Model Railway Shop & Advice
Adjacent to the exhibition is a well-stocked model railway shop with items from manufacturers such as Roco, Märklin, Piko, and many more. The dedicated team deserves special mention: The employees not only assist with selection, but are also happy to talk about the layout, the history of the railway, and provide insights into its technology and construction. Repairs are also offered on-site.
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| day | opening hours |
|---|---|
| Wednesday | 10:00 – 18:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 – 18:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 – 18:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 – 18:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 – 18:00 |
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