The museum is housed in a functional, historic locomotive depot originally built in the 19th century.
It hosts the largest collection of steam locomotives in the Czech Republic, many of which remain in full working order.
The museum grounds include a functional narrow-gauge track used for passenger demonstrations.
Visitors can view the 'stodola' (barn) areas that house engines in various stages of historical restoration.
The location serves as a frequent departure and arrival point for special historical nostalgia train excursions throughout the region.
The Lužná u Rakovníka Railway Museum is the largest railway museum in the Czech Republic, situated directly at the historic Lužná u Rakovníka train station. The site occupies the former steam locomotive depot, preserving extensive collections of rail technology spanning over a century. Visitors can explore indoor exhibition halls featuring historic rolling stock, including steam locomotives, vintage carriages, and specialized rail maintenance machinery. The museum maintains operational steam trains that run on specific dates during the season on the surrounding rail network. The site includes a narrow-gauge railway circuit that provides short rides for visitors within the museum grounds. Interactive exhibits demonstrate railway signaling techniques and station operations from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The facility serves as a major hub for railway heritage, managed by the state-owned Czech Railways (České dráhy). It acts as a preservation center for both restored and unrestored historical train engines.
The turntable area located in the center of the locomotive depot.
Wear sturdy, comfortable footwear as the museum grounds consist of gravel paths and industrial rail terrain.
Check the official website's calendar for specific dates when steam engines are fired up or scheduled for excursions.
Bring layers, as the large, unheated exhibition halls can be significantly cooler than the outdoor temperatures.
Assuming all locomotives are accessible for interior viewing, as many are fragile or strictly for external display.
Open seasonally from spring through autumn; typically closed on Mondays and during winter months.
Avoid climbing on equipment unless specifically marked for visitor access; keep clear of tracks when trains are moving.
