Fire Brigade Museum DEPOT61

The Fire Brigade Museum DEPOT61 in St. Gallen, Switzerland, is run by the Nostalgieverein Feuerwehr St. Gallen (NFSG) and displays historic fire brigade vehicles. The collection includes a 1909 Saurer tracked vehicle, tank fire engines, a turntable ladder and motorcycles of the professional fire brigade. Some vehicles are exhibited in the museum, while others are kept protected in garages nearby. The association keeps the historic equipment ready for outings and events.

Information

  • Visit duration: 60 min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Topic: Transportation
    • Free entrance: No

Opening hours

Opening hours could not be found on the website.

Contact

Webpage
nfsg.ch

Access

Nearby stops

  • St. Gallen Güterbahnhof550 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
St. Gallen
1m
Zürich HB
1h 14m
Chur
1h 41m
Zug
1h 49m
Olten
1h 58m

FAQ

  • Which vehicles are on display at the museum?
    The collection includes a 1909 Saurer tracked vehicle, a 1963 tank fire engine, a 1965 turntable ladder, a Saurer D 230 tank fire engine and two BMW motorcycles. Some vehicles are exhibited in the museum, while others are kept in garages near the museum.
  • Who runs the museum?
    The museum is run on a voluntary basis by the Nostalgieverein Feuerwehr St. Gallen (NFSG), which also keeps the historic vehicles ready for outings and events.
  • Can the historic vehicles be hired?
    Yes, the association offers the historic vehicles for hire for outings and events.

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