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Dampfzentrum Winterthur

Museum in Winterthur

The Dampfzentrum Winterthur houses the most extensive and interesting collection of Swiss steam technology in an old factory building since 2011. Numerous volunteers care for and preserve around 500 tons of cultural assets from the time of Switzerland's industrialisation. The museum features reciprocating engines, steam turbines, including the three-cylinder ETH engine from 1899, and the 24 buckets of the chain dredger from Lake Thun driven by the original steam engine. Visitors can also view almost 100 model machines built by Hans Kläy, donated by his daughters to the steam centre.

Opening times

Closed until Saturday at 1:00 PM

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
Closed
Saturday
13:00 to 16:00
Sunday
Closed

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
Closed
Saturday
13:00 to 16:00
Sunday
Closed

Opening times

Closed until Saturday at 1:00 PM

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
Closed
Saturday
13:00 to 16:00
Sunday
Closed

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
Closed
Saturday
13:00 to 16:00
Sunday
Closed

Address:

Telephone:
032 511 74 08*

E-Mail:
Umleitung auf Mobiltelefon
kontakt@dampfzentrum.ch

Website:
https://www.dampfzentrum.ch

Key features:

Most extensive collection of Swiss steam technology - approximately 500 tons of cultural assets
Live demonstrations with operational historic steam engines including the three-cylinder ETH engine from 1899
Nearly 100 model machines from the Hans Kläy collection available for viewing
Knowledgeable volunteer guides passionate about Switzerland's industrial heritage
Swiss Museum Pass provides free admission

Frequently asked questions about Dampfzentrum Winterthur

The museum opens every 2nd Saturday of the month from 13:00 to 16:00. However, the exhibition hall is being renovated from November 1, 2023 until the end of August 2025, so visits are currently limited or not possible. Contact the museum at +41 32 511 74 08 for current availability.

Adults pay CHF 15, children aged 7-16 pay CHF 7, and children under 7 enter free. Swiss Museum Pass holders receive free admission.

Yes, on public open days, guided tours are scheduled at specific times. Knowledgeable volunteers provide information about the machines and can answer questions. Visitors can also take close-up photos of the machinery.

Yes, during open days, several machines are set in motion including the 24 buckets of the chain dredger from Lake Thun driven by the original steam engine, reciprocating engines, steam turbines, and the three-cylinder ETH engine from 1899. Model machines are also demonstrated with compressed air or steam.

Yes, during the renovation period and generally, part of the hall can be used for smaller events. Contact the event manager at +41 32 511 74 08 to discuss availability and arrangements.

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