Museum Hoorn-Medemblik
About This Museum
Stepping into the Museum Hoorn-Medemblik feels like walking right back into the golden age of Dutch steam travel. It's not just a museum about trains; it's housed in a beautifully preserved 19th-century station itself, where the original ticket windows and waiting rooms set the scene. The real magic happens when you hear the hiss of steam and can actually climb aboard a vintage carriage for a scenic journey along the old track. It’s a wonderfully immersive experience that connects you directly to the region's industrial past.
Collection Highlights
You'll find yourself drawn to the magnificent fleet of working steam locomotives, like the mighty NS 7742 'Bello'. Inside the station building, peek into the faithfully recreated station master's office and see an impressive collection of antique railway signals and uniforms that tell the story of daily operations.
Visitor Information
Don't just look—make sure you book a ticket for the steam train ride between Hoorn and Medemblik; it's the heart of the experience. Check their website for the seasonal schedule, as these historic engines don't run every day.
Architecture & Building
The museum is set in Hoorn's original stately station building, a classic example of 19th-century Dutch railway architecture with its red brickwork, high arched windows, and elegant gables.
Contact & Location
Address: Museumstoomtram Hoorn-Medemblik, 8, Van Dedemstraat, Hoorn-Noord, Hoorn, Noord-Holland, Nederland, 1624 NN, Nederland
Phone: +31 229 255 255
Website: Visit Website
