Muzeum průmyslových železnic Zbýšov

Location: Masarykova 248, 664 11 Zbýšov · South Moravia

Category: museum of industrial and mining railways

The Museum of Industrial Railways in Zbýšov, located in the grounds of the former Jindřich II colliery, preserves a unique collection of industrial and mining locomotives and vehicles of various gauges. The main attraction is rides on the narrow-gauge railway between Zbýšov and Zastávka u Brna, hauled by steam and diesel locomotives; the complex is complemented by an outdoor exhibition, wooden replicas of trams and locomotives for young children, and refreshments.

Why visit this place?

• The museum sits in the grounds of the former Jindřich II mine in Zbýšov and was created on 1 March 1994 out of a railway club founded in 1991.
• A 600 mm narrow-gauge line 2.7 km long runs from the grounds to Zastávka u Brna on the bed of a coal railway built in 1862.
• Rated 4.7 out of 5 by 349 visitors on Google Maps.
• Allow roughly two and a half hours; the programme is aimed at every age group from preschool to secondary school.
• There are 77 more tips within 25 km, enough to build a full-day trip.
• There is a dedicated programme for school groups, not just general admission.

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Practical information

• Opening hours: Main season July–August: every Saturday 10–18 (departures every hour); outside season themed rides on selected dates
• Typical visit: 150 min
• Admission: adults 250 CZK, children 100 CZK
• Visitor rating: 4.7 ★ from 349 reviews on Google Maps
• Suitable for: preschool (3–6), primary (6–10), lower secondary (10–15), secondary (15+)

For schools

School groups can enjoy a narrow-gauge railway ride and a tour of the depot with industrial and mining locomotives; suitable for connecting with topics of coal mining, the industrial revolution and railway technology

Official website: http://www.mpz.cz

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