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I know that this a very general question, but where would be some good or the best hobby shops in Germany? Both in the western and eastern parts of Germany, esp near the HBF or a tram ride away. Ich kann Deutsch sprechen. Danke.--John |
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 Joined: 28/11/2007(UTC) Posts: 8,244 Location: Montreal, QC
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There's a very nice place (the owner even speaks a little English) just around the corner from the HBf. All you got to do is cross Bahnhofstrasse, turn right, walk a block or so and it will be right in front of you.
Seriously, though, it might be helpful to know where you are going to be so that we can recommend places in the area.
Your question would be akin to me giving you a LA address for a bagel shop when you are going to be in Brooklyn (NY).
(and just to set the record straight, the best bagels are here in Montreal!)
Once you provide more details (ie Stuttgart, Frankfurt, Berlin, etc), I can provide you with a more exact recommendation
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Nurnberg is great Marklin shopping. I have bought from three retailers, one in the Alte Stadt, across from the HBf, another about three blocks south and one a bit of a walk north of the Alte Stadt. There are several others all accessible on foot or via transit. |
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My guess is that Marklin stores in Germany are like pubs in Australia - one on every corner..  |
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Joined: 24/12/2008(UTC) Posts: 422 Location: Niagara, Ontario
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I was in Munich in October 2009. I was told to go to a shop in the Hbf called "Gleiss 11". It had a good selection. The day I was there no one spoke English, but stumbling with my weak German we got along.
Gleiss 11 is at the end of platform 11. It took some finding, as platform 11 is to the left and quite a ways along from the main front entrance of the station. It was fun to see the real thing, then turn and see the models.
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"Gleis 11" at Munich is a very good adress. Also try "Cesar", located at Orleansstraße, about one block from the Ostbahnhof - http://]http://www.modellbahncentrum.deKarstadt also has an own model train department. It's just on the other side of the street from the Central Station. From time to time, there are also auctions and model train markets at "Blumengroßmarkthalle" (central flower market halls), but also in Planegg, Gröbenzell and Dachau. Just check "Bahn-Termine" at http://www.mucis.deUnfortunately, I haven't attended any of these auctions and markets yet. Regards, Florian |
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 Joined: 19/09/2009(UTC) Posts: 841 Location: Lidingö, Sweden
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As said by Mike C, it could be good to know where you're looking for a shop. However, if you would be in the Stuttgart area, then I'd recommend Eisenbahn Treffpunkt Schweickhardt ( Link). I've used their Internet shop but also been to their main shop in Waiblingen-Beinstein - both this year and in 2009 in conjunction with the Märklin-Tage in Göppingen.
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A few baisc tips: Eastern Germany is a DC and TT gauge stronghold. If you are on the look for AC stuff, Eastern Germany (except the area which once was Western Berllin) is not the best adress.
On the other hand, most of Western Germany (except Bavaria) is "AC land". In most shops, you fill find a nice assortment of Märklin and other AC brands there. Real Märklin strongholds are Baden-Württemberg and Northrhine-Westphalia. There, you even have the chance to meet model railroaders who are stil Märklin purists (i.e. people who won't accept any other brand of trains on their layouts).
Bavaria is DC land, most shops, have Märklin and other AC stuff in stock. However, there are also a few shops who don't stock Märklin at all.
There are also still many toy shops with a model train department - however, they often only stock the major brands like Märklin, Roco, Faller etc. Just be aware you won't find the products of firms of small or specialized manufacturers (like Alphatrains or ACME, as an example) in those shops.
There are also several second hand dealers, or regular dealers who also stock some second hand stuff. But have a look at the prices, before you're going to buy something there. Especially older Märklin and Trix Express stuff is often overprized there (for example, 50 € for a 24 cm coach are quite to much). Model train markets or Ebay often are a better adress to buy used stuff. However, there are a few second hand dealers in Berlin with good prices and a large choice.
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If your in Hamburg On a Sunday morning go the St Paulie's flea market off the Repperbahn. Must be there early (Like 3am). Lots of used stuff to choose from. Very entertaining.
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Originally Posted by: Frankenbahner  Karstadt also has an own model train department. It's just on the other side of the street from the Central Station.
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Florian Sadly, their online shop is rubbish!  Pete |
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Joined: 14/12/2002(UTC) Posts: 800 Location: Newcastle NSW Australia
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I had great pleasure & a lot less money after attending a swap meet which was held at the 100 year hall in a suburb of Frankfurt, the place was full of stalls which had heaps of new & second hand trains of all makes but predominantly Marklin on sale. On a return trip I tried to find when this swap meet was held & where at [it used to be on the first sunday of each month ,& in other cities on other weekends.] but had no luck even enquiring at the Tourist info shop at Frankfurt Main station.
Does anyone know if these sales are still occuring & where abouts?
Thanks in advance,
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Originally Posted by: Tom Jessop Does anyone know if these sales are still occuring & where abouts? http://www.modellbahnboerse.org/ (click on "Börsentermine" and then on the desired month) German only, but dates and addresses don't need much translation ... Exhibitions are marked with orange. |
Regards Tom --- "In all of the gauges, we particularly emphasize a high level of quality, the best possible fidelity to the prototype, and absolute precision. You will see that in all of our products." (from Märklin New Items Brochure 2015, page 1) ROFLBTCUTS  |
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Thank you to everyone for your responses. I need to clarify a bit. I always travel with a German rail pass so anywhere in Germany would be good for me. I am looking for hobby shops both in the cities of western and eastern Germany.--John |
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