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What's going on in the scene and editorial office? The latest news on everything that is happening in the world of 1-gauge model railways is published here. This includes new model announcements, hand samples and deliveries as well as company news, important dates or reports from trade fairs etc.
Open Day on September 18th and 19th, 2026
– The model railway manufacturer is celebrating its open day this year at its main plant on Stuttgarter Straße. Whether Märklin, Trix or LGB – visitors can look forward to many impressions on Friday, 18th and Saturday, 19th September.
Term: Friday 18th and Saturday 19th September 2026
Location: 73033 Göppingen, Märklin Factory, Stuttgarter Straße 55–57
Admission 9 AM to 3 PM each
Parking at the EWS Arena, shuttle buses are operating (look out for the Märklin signage)
Gäubahn
Long-distance travel from Stuttgart to Italy
Gäubahn – this term has long since become established for the main line between Stuttgart and Singen, which has been operated as a single track along large sections since the Second World War. However, the main line which is important for traffic to Switzerland today
01 TREFF
17 and 18 October 2026
It's that time of year again - the Dutch Gauge 1 trade fair is entering another round.
Maarn, De Twe Marken, Trompplein 5
The entrance fee is €10
The list of exhibitors will be announced soon on the organiser's website.
Track 1 trade fair and 20th anniversary
In the Lokpark Ampflwang (AT)
27 and 28 June 2026
Renowned international manufacturers take part in the event at the Railway and Mining Museum. The constantly updated list of exhibitors can be found on the ÖGEG website.
Large railway meeting at the water tower
In the E-Park Lauingen
13 and 14 June 2026
In 2026, the KM1 large railway meeting will once again take place in the E-Park. A list of the exhibited systems and a constantly updated list of exhibitors can be found on the E-Park website.
Special offer from Spur 1 Austria
As part of this promotion, running from 1st April to 31st May 2026, purchasers of in-stock models will receive one or two overnight stays in the Salzkammergut region, depending on the purchase value, when collecting their purchase in Vöcklabruck. More information is available on the manufacturer's website.
Route book of the German museum railways - 2026
The ideal companion for your visit to the museum railways in Germany
For many decades, the timetable book of German museum railways has been a handy companion for friends and visitors to the numerous museum railways. In our informative handbook you will find the timetable tables of the active associations that operate their lovingly restored train sets on their own lines, on private railway or DB tracks.
Open Day on September 18th and 19th, 2026
– The model railway manufacturer is celebrating its open day this year at its main plant on Stuttgarter Straße. Whether Märklin, Trix or LGB – visitors can look forward to many impressions on Friday, 18th and Saturday, 19th September.
Term: Friday 18th and Saturday 19th September 2026
Location: 73033 Göppingen, Märklin Factory, Stuttgarter Straße 55–57
Admission 9 AM to 3 PM each
Parking at the EWS Arena, shuttle buses are operating (look out for the Märklin signage)
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Open Day on September 18th and 19th, 2026
– The model railway manufacturer is celebrating its open day this year at its main plant on Stuttgarter Straße. Whether Märklin, Trix or LGB – visitors can look forward to many impressions on Friday, 18th and Saturday, 19th September.
Term: Friday 18th and Saturday 19th September 2026
Location: 73033 Göppingen, Märklin Factory, Stuttgarter Straße 55–57
Admission 9 AM to 3 PM each
Parking at the EWS Arena, shuttle buses are operating (look out for the Märklin signage)
Gäubahn
Long-distance travel from Stuttgart to Italy
Gäubahn – this term has long since become established for the main line between Stuttgart and Singen, which has been operated as a single track along large sections since the Second World War. However, the main line which is important for traffic to Switzerland today
01 TREFF
17 and 18 October 2026
It's that time of year again - the Dutch Gauge 1 trade fair is entering another round.
Maarn, De Twe Marken, Trompplein 5
The entrance fee is €10
The list of exhibitors will be announced soon on the organiser's website.
Track 1 trade fair and 20th anniversary
In the Lokpark Ampflwang (AT)
27 and 28 June 2026
Renowned international manufacturers take part in the event at the Railway and Mining Museum. The constantly updated list of exhibitors can be found on the ÖGEG website.
Large railway meeting at the water tower
In the E-Park Lauingen
13 and 14 June 2026
In 2026, the KM1 large railway meeting will once again take place in the E-Park. A list of the exhibited systems and a constantly updated list of exhibitors can be found on the E-Park website.
Special offer from Spur 1 Austria
As part of this promotion, running from 1st April to 31st May 2026, purchasers of in-stock models will receive one or two overnight stays in the Salzkammergut region, depending on the purchase value, when collecting their purchase in Vöcklabruck. More information is available on the manufacturer's website.
Route book of the German museum railways - 2026
The ideal companion for your visit to the museum railways in Germany
For many decades, the timetable book of German museum railways has been a handy companion for friends and visitors to the numerous museum railways. In our informative handbook you will find the timetable tables of the active associations that operate their lovingly restored train sets on their own lines, on private railway or DB tracks.
Märklin's Surprise – The Red Arrow
Release of the Ae 8/14 in Dortmund
News from Märklin – the Ae 8/14 and the Landi locomotive
Märklin supports the DKMS in the fight against blood cancer
More photos of Fine Models
New from Fine Models
First preview of issue 56
More about the trade fair in Giessen
Further impressions and information from Gießen
