Modellbahnen am Mierendorffplatz

Model Train Shop at Mierendorffplatz in Charlottenburg

Mierendorffplatz is located in northern Charlottenburg, between the Spree and Jungfernheide, and appears almost tranquil next to the area’s large shopping streets. If you exit the subway station at the rear exit and turn right twice, you will find Modellbahnen am Mierendorffplatz. The U7 practically stops at the door, supplemented by buses M27 and X9, as well as the Ringbahn with S41 and S42 at Jungfernheide station. The history began in 1981 with a single model train cabinet in a toy buy-and-sell shop at the same address. A year later, it became an independent company; it has carried its current name since 1989, and Hartmut Weidemann has been managing the business since 1988. In 2002, the former pet shop on Sömmeringstraße was added, where the city’s first Märklin shop was established. Training has also been provided here for over twenty years, and the team consists of technicians and model railroad enthusiasts who know their subject inside out. This year, the business is 44 years old, making it one of the oldest specialist shops of its kind in Berlin.

Gifts for Children from Starter Sets to Souvenir Models

According to their own statement, over 100,000 items are stacked on 200 square meters, from Z gauge to LGB garden railways, with a focus on H0 and N. Märklin, Trix, Roco, Fleischmann, Piko, Faller, Viessmann, Noch, and Wiking are displayed in the showcases, along with tracks, turnouts, building kits, trees, figures, and craft materials for anyone building their own layout. The main attraction for children, however, is the large demonstration layout with Faller Car System, where staff are happy to operate a model upon request. For those looking for gifts for children, Märklin’s ‘my world’ series, suitable for ages three and up, is a good choice: a starter set with a locomotive, wagons, and an oval track costs 79.99 Euros, while individual add-on wagons are just under 9 Euros. Additionally, Modellbahnen am Mierendorffplatz has its own department with Berlin-themed souvenir models, which make excellent gifts. The premises also house a repair workshop, a digital service for conversions, and a spare parts warehouse, and used layouts are bought and sold. Vouchers are available in four denominations and do not expire.