Království Železnic
About This Museum
It's a truth universally acknowledged, but rarely considered: the Czech Republic has one of the densest railway networks in the world. Království Železnic brings that intricate web of steel to life, not on a grand, human scale, but in a breathtakingly detailed miniature world. You don't just look at these exhibits; you lean in, captivated by the hum of tiny locomotives and the stories unfolding in villages smaller than your hand. It’s a place where the magic of model-making collides with cutting-edge digital control, creating an immersive experience that feels both nostalgic and thrillingly modern.
Collection Highlights
The heart of the museum is its sprawling, multi-level layout of the Czech landscape, where you can watch trains weave through miniature versions of Prague's Charles Bridge and the rolling hills of Bohemia. Keep an eye out for clever, humorous vignettes tucked into the scenery—a yeti hiding near a mountain tunnel or a crashed UFO in a field. The interactive control stations let you take the throttle yourself, dispatching trains from stations with the push of a button.
Visitor Information
Tucked away in a Smíchov neighborhood that feels more industrial than touristy, it's a perfect escape on a rainy Prague afternoon. While it’s an absolute paradise for families, adults will find themselves just as mesmerized by the sheer craftsmanship and scale of the operation.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a converted, no-nonsense administrative building, the exterior gives little hint of the wonder within. Inside, it's all high ceilings and open-plan halls designed for one purpose: to give these magnificent miniature landscapes the room they need to truly breathe.
Contact & Location
Address: Království železnic, 3181/23, Stroupežnického, Smíchov, Praha, obvod Praha 5, Hlavní město Praha, Praha, 150 00, Česko
Phone: +420 257 211 386
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