The Baumgartner Gallery: a success story
Originally the building was a pasta making factory called “La Spiga”. Then Bruno Baumgartner (1930-2015) took over bringing with him his collector’s passion, his desire to share this passion with others, coupled with his entrepreneurial skills.
The exhibition covers an area of 2,320 square meters and comprises three floors with 2,540 meters of tracks and space for 3,000 objects from the Baumgartner collection and numerous other private collections. There is something here for all tastes.
Here we are, therefore, with the abbreviation GB with it’s brand name registered in honour of the magnificent Gotthard Railway (GotthardBahn). Since 2000 the GB-Baumgartner Gallery is a well established and appreciated meeting place for passionate collectors and builders of model trains. On various floors of the building one can find well known and prestigious brands such as Märklin, Fulgurex, Hermann, Metrop and Rivarossi. This large collection, unique in it’s type, fascinates a competent and international public.
Opening hours and ticket prices
The Baumgartner Gallery is open continuously from 09.30 to 17.30 every Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday and holidays.
Holidays:
19 March 2020
13 Avril 2020
1. May 2020
21 May 2020
1. June 2020
20 June 2020
29 June 2020
1. August 2020
15 August 2020
1. November 2020
8. December 2020
On closing days, with reservation, the Galleria Baumgartner is opening for groups (at least 15 people)
ATTENTION: TO THE DECISIONS OF THE FEDERAL COUNCIL, THE GALLERIA BAUMGARTNER IS CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC FROM DECEMBER 20, 2020 TO JANUARY22, 2021 !!
Entry prices
Adults | CHF | 12.- | ||
Pensioners | CHF | 10.- | ||
Children (6 to 16 years) | CHF | 6.- | ||
Families (2 adults with children) | CHF | 30.- | ||
Groups (minimum 20 persons) | CHF | 9.- | per person | |
Guided visits (90 minutes) | CHF | 100.- |
Free Entry
Free entry for members of Raiffeisen, including 3 children, with Maestro Card, V PAY card, Mastercard or Raiffeisen Visa Card
Free entry also for Raiffeisen Youth Card Maestro or V PAY
Free entry for Swiss Museum passport holders and Swiss Travel System
Toy trains from all different periods, unique examples, some very curious, models built with love and attention to detail and faithful to the original, all invite us on a train journey of discovery of the history of the Swiss and international railways.
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