The Zeppelin Museum Meersburg, located in the picturesque town of Meersburg on the shores of Lake Constance (Bodensee), Germany, is a fascinating museum dedicated to the history of Zeppelin airships. This smaller museum complements the larger Zeppelin Museum in Friedrichshafen and offers a unique, intimate insight into the legacy of these iconic airships.
Zeppelinmuseum Meersburg
Dornier Museum
Schloßplatz 8
88709 Meersburg
+49 7532 7909
March – November 15
- Daily 10:00 – 18:00
Admission fee
Gift shop
Highlights of the Zeppelin Museum Meersburg:
- History of Zeppelins:
- The museum focuses on Count Ferdinand von Zeppelin, the German aviation pioneer, and his innovative work that led to the development of the famous rigid airships.
- Exhibits cover the rise and fall of Zeppelins, from their first flights in the early 20th century to their role in passenger transport and their eventual decline.
- Artifacts and Exhibits:
- Model Airships: Detailed scale models of Zeppelins, including the LZ 129 Hindenburg and others, demonstrate their size and complexity.
- Historical Documents: Original blueprints, photographs, and letters provide a glimpse into the technical and historical aspects of airship development.
- Memorabilia: Visitors can view items related to life aboard a Zeppelin, including tableware, uniforms, and furnishings from the luxury passenger cabins.
- Technical Insights:
- The Zeppelinmuseum Meersburg delves into the engineering marvels of Zeppelin construction, explaining how these massive structures were made airworthy.
- A focus on the gas cells, engines, and navigation systems illustrates the innovative technologies of the time.
- Scenic Location:
- Situated in Meersburg, the Zeppelinmuseum benefits from its proximity to Lake Constance, a region closely tied to the Zeppelin legacy. The serene setting adds to the charm of the visit.
- Interactive and Educational:
- The museum offers engaging exhibits for visitors of all ages, including multimedia presentations and guided tours (available in German and other languages on request).
Collection
The Zeppelin Museum Meersburg was founded in 1989 as a private collection by Heinz Urban and houses components, uniforms, letters, inventory, menus and books from the time of the zeppelins from 1900 to 1937 in the basement of an old building in Meersburg.
Technical and artistic items, original constructional pieces of airships, aluminium girders, gas pressure gauges, altitude measuring instruments, technical installations and aeronautical items, radio sets, navigational equipment and everything to do with the Zeppelin.