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!

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.