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100% model railways atFASZINATION MODELLBAHNfrom 10th- 12th March 2017atMesseSinsheim!
Right on track for Sinsheim: The best hobby in the world attracts model railway fans and families to FASZINATION MODELLBAHN - the International Fair for Model Railways, Specials & Accessories. The world of model railways is presented on fantastic layouts portraying numerous little stories, landscapes and true-to-life miniature scenes full of quirky details, and at the exhibition stands of top manufacturers and suppliers in a highly concentrated and competent show.
Formerly iconic guest - now iconic exhibitor: FASZINATION MODELLBAHN 2017 sees Hagen von Ortloffreturning to premiere as an exhibitor. Apart from this unusual highlightmodel railway enthusiasts particularly look forward to seeing specialised products by small-series manufacturers and renowned exhibitors with their brand-new programmes and state-of-the-art innovations. FASZINATION MODELLBAHN in Sinsheim isthe highly concentrated focal point of model railway engineering and offers its wide audience everything under one roof: all gauges, drive technology, track materials, model railway software, signals, tree and shrub models, landscaping materials, figures, lighting technology and much more.And all the rolling stock and wide-ranging modelling accessories can be seen in action on the many creative and lovingly detailed model railway layouts presented by clubs and societies. Passionate railway modellers will find unlimited inspiration, which can be put straight into practice at the many hands-on activity stations!Here is a first survey of what to expect at this year's show:
100% cult: Hagen von Ortloffin "active retirement"
For a quarter of a century Hagen von Ortloffhas been the heart and soul of SWR's programme "Eisenbahnromantik"and delighted his fans with many romantic and adventurous rail journeys. In 2016 the programme celebrated its big anniversary, after which Hagen von Ortloffwent into retirement. But his "active retirement" sees him still on track and devoted to his passion - railways and model railways. For the first time at FASZINATION MODELLBAHN in 2017 he and his co-engine driver Lutz Mäderwill present little model railway gems from the late 1940s and early 1950s. Their quaint miniature trains by manufacturing companies Löhmannand Staigerare rare examples of model railway history and a special treat even for experts, as they were only produced for a few years.
After WW2 the production and supply of model railways from renowned brand manufacturers to the retail trade was slow in picking up again.During this period, some lesser known companies developed new, smaller railway sets. As early as 1947 a model railway from the Black Forest town of St. Georgen came on the marketwith a French-sounding name that was to become well-known: the dainty little electric railway "Mignon" made by Staiger Brothershad a track width of only 10 cm. In 1948 the Stuttgart-based company Löhmannintroduced their miniature electric railway "Präzix" in TT gauge(12 mm).The interestingcharacteristic ofLöhmann'ssmall railway was its three-phasealternating current system.Hagen von Ortloffand Lutz Mäderbring these iconic miniature railways back to life on their layout, giving fascinating insight into the history of model railways. A remarkable highlight not only for railway romanticists.
100% modelrailways - in practice and theory
The focal point of the exhibition alongside the fantastic shopping opportunities is of course the hands-on active experience of the world of miniature railways.Numerous activity stations at exhibitors' stands such as Märklininvite rail-enthusiastic visitors of all generations to take part in the ultimatemodel railway experience. Visitors are able to create buildings and landscapes, design a diorama at JuniorCollege Europa held by BDEF, or experience the unlimited joy of railway modelling by testing their skills atfree-style construction, operating a modelor simply 'playing trains'. The railway modelling community can gather practical tips from the experts, useful knowledge and information on the latest digital features and innovative productsby trying their hand at the railway layouts on display or in the popular Model Railway Forum. For the entire duration of the fair the forum offers workshops on current topics, practical lectures for example on light electronics, sound and digital systems, and manufacturers will present their latest models. Videos of legendary train journeys all over the world round off the programme.
100% anticipation guaranteed
What better present for a rail-fanatic friend or relative, or even to boost your own anticipation, than a ticket to the show secured via theOnline Advance Ticketsale! No waiting in the box office queue on the day of the show, just straight in through the entrance control point at FASZINATION MODELLBAHN. The annual Ticketcompetition is also available online, in which 20x 2 ticketswill be raffled.The winners will be sent a direct link in order to register and print out their free tickets to the show.Last year's competitors were asked to name the three wishes they would like the model railway fairy to fulfil. Reiner B. from Neunkirchenanswered:"Wish 1: impressivetrains. Wish 2: greatlandscapeswithtunnelsandbridges. Wish 3: Super technologyforcontrolsandsteering".It certainly looks as though the fairy waved her magic wand over FASZINATION MODELLBAHN SINSHEIM, because that is exactly what will be presented there from 10th - 12th March 2017.And for those who just can't wait, the 2016 highlights can be relived here:
Detailed information onFaszinationModellbahn 2017 is available at
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Dates ofthe fair / 10th - 12th March 2017Venue / Messe Sinsheim/HALL.6
Neulandstrasse 27
74889 Sinsheim, Germany
Openinghours / Friday - Sunday
9 am - 5 pmdaily
Admission prices
on site / One-day ticket adult: 10.00 €
One-day ticket reduced: 8.00 €
(Children aged 9 - 17 years, pupils,
students, pensioners and other
entitled persons with ID)
Family ticket: 25.00 €
(2 adults + 2 own children aged
9 - 17 years)
HappyHour ticket: 5.00 €
(valid from 3 pm)
Children up to 8 years of age free of charge
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