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Petrol Pump Museum

The Petrol Pump Museum at ENERGY PARK in Laupersdorf, Switzerland, presents what is probably the world's largest collection of historic petrol pumps spanning a hundred years of industrial history. The permanent exhibition is complemented by rare vehicles and treasures from 50 years of automobile construction, including classic cars such as the Mercedes 300 SL Roadster and the Packard Victoria Graber Cabriolet. The collection also includes historic globes and rare finds from automobile construction. The museum offers changing special exhibitions and talks on the theme of energy and mobility.

Families and Kids

The museum offers an adventure trail for schools and families as well as workshops on the theme of energy and mobility. Children and young people up to 20 years receive a reduced admission.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $$
  • Topic: Transportation
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Workshops, Tours and demonstrations

Opening hours

Open for individual visitors on the first Saturday of every month from 10:00 to 17:00; groups with a guided tour can visit daily by prior arrangement.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
Closed
Saturday
10:00-17:00
Sunday
Closed

Admission fees

15 CHF
Adult admission
8 CHF
Children and young people up to 20 years
8 CHF
AHV and IV pensioners
40 CHF
Family ticket (2 adults + 2 children)

Contact

Webpage
energypark.ch
Email
info@energypark.ch
Address
Museumstrasse, 4712 Laupersdorf

Access

Nearby stops

  • Laupersdorf, Einschnitt400 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Olten
27m
Zürich HB
59m
Basel SBB
1h 6m
Bern
1h 21m
Luzern
1h 23m

FAQ

  • Can I visit the museum outside the regular opening hours?
    Yes, groups with a guided tour can visit the museum daily by prior arrangement. Guided tours and talks require reservation and are mandatory outside the regular opening hours.
  • Are guided tours with the collector available?
    Yes, the collector personally offers talks and guided tours explaining how the unique collection was assembled. These require reservation and are limited to a maximum of 25 people.
  • Is the museum suitable for children and families?
    Yes, there is an adventure trail for schools and families, and workshops on the theme of energy and mobility are offered. A family ticket for two adults and two children is available.
  • Can I rent vehicles or exhibition pieces for events or photo shoots?
    Yes, vehicles and exhibition pieces can be rented for events, film productions, weddings and professional photo shoots. Professional photographers can also be booked.

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