Lawena Power Plant Museum
Triesen
The Lawena Power Plant Museum is located in Triesen, Liechtenstein, and is part of the oldest hydropower station in the country. Established in 1927, the power plant initially featured two 360 kW generators, later upgraded with a 900 kW generator in 1946 and supplemented by a 2,900 kW generator in 1987. This facility produces approximately 14,000 MWh annually, supplying electricity to over 3,000 households. The museum, opened in 2011 and operated by volunteers from the Lawena Pro association, exhibits around five hundred items related to the history of electrification in Liechtenstein. Its collection includes industrial electrification, domestic appliances, consumer electronics, and electrical measuring instruments displayed on the third floor. The power plant is situated near the alpine pasture Lawena, a scenic high valley framed by notable peaks, making it an attractive starting point for hiking and exploration.
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Consejo: Visitors are encouraged to plan their visit during warmer months when hiking to the alpine pasture is accessible. Purchasing tickets or arranging tours in advance is advisable due to the museum's volunteer-run nature. While concrete prices are not specified, discounts may be available. Combining the museum visit with a hike in the surrounding alpine area offers a rich cultural and natural experience.
Datos interesantes
- •The Lawena Power Plant is the oldest hydropower station in Liechtenstein, operational since 1927.
- •It produces around 14,000 MWh annually, powering over 3,000 households.
- •The museum houses approximately 500 items documenting the history of electricity and electrification in Liechtenstein.
- •The Lawena alpine pasture nearby is situated at about 1,500 meters altitude and is surrounded by prominent peaks like Falknis and Mittagspitz.
Historia
The Lawena Power Plant was completed in 1927 as Liechtenstein's first hydropower station, initially equipped with two 360 kW generators.
In 1946, these were replaced by a single 900 kW generator to improve efficiency.
Further renovations in 1987 added a 2,900 kW generator, significantly increasing output.
The power plant has played a crucial role in the electrification and industrial development of Liechtenstein.
The museum was established in 2011 by the Lawena Pro association to preserve and showcase this heritage.
Guía del lugar
Hydropower Generators1927, 1946, 1987
The original two 360 kW generators from 1927 were replaced by a 900 kW generator in 1946, with a 2,900 kW generator added in 1987, illustrating the technological evolution of the plant.
Electricity Museum Exhibits2011
The museum's permanent collection includes around 500 items covering industrial electrification, domestic appliances, consumer electronics, and electrical measuring instruments displayed on the third floor.
Contacto
Teléfono: 236 01 11