 Joined: 05/12/2004(UTC) Posts: 2,994 Location: CA, USA
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Hello fellow modelers,
A quick question for the group: I find myself with an entire day to get from Munich to Frankfurt later this month.
It would be manageable to visit the new (no longer so new) Marklineum, and I was wondering if the pilgrimage is worthwhile? I realize the answer is "of course", but the stop will put time and logistical headache into an otherwise packed business trip. I went to the old museum, so I'm fortunate to have had that experience already.
Beyond a layout and display cases of historical models, if there more to see? And is the factory shop any good for bargains/oddities/miscellaneous fun? Last question- do they sell spare parts there?
Any information is greatly appreciated! |
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Joined: 10/02/2021(UTC) Posts: 3,963 Location: Michigan, Troy
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I have not been there but it looks amazing. Keep in mind if traveling by train that they can run late.
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Joined: 27/10/2004(UTC) Posts: 944 Location: Burney, CA
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Hi John,
The historical displays have not changed that much, but are rotated for variety. I like the layout, but it’s not gigantic like Hamburg. The bargain shop is hit and miss. I have bought some things there that are true bargains, and other times not so much. The company controls inventory much tighter than in the past so getting a bargain on overruns is less likely. But sometimes seconds that look like firsts to me can be a good deal. There is a service area. How many spare parts are available, I don’t know. |
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 Joined: 13/02/2017(UTC) Posts: 163 Location: Ottawa, ON
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Originally Posted by: 5HorizonsRR  ... I was wondering if the pilgrimage is worthwhile? Hello! I found the museum to be a lot more interesting than the previous iterations. It does feel like a real museum with interesting displays and a sort of Marklin walk through history. At least for me, it was most enjoyable and I will definitely return. My two Canadian cents (not worth that much these days...). Andry |
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