Motala Motor Museum
Östergötlands län
Motala Motor Museum, located in Motala harbor, Östergötlands län, Sweden, is a premier automotive museum showcasing a vast collection of around 250 vehicles including cars, motorcycles, mopeds, and related machinery. Founded in 1995 from Jan-Ove Boll's private collection, the museum attracts approximately 160,000 visitors annually. The 2,000 m² exhibition space features immersive environments such as a fully functional 1920s-30s car workshop, enhancing the nostalgic experience. The collection emphasizes vehicles from the 1950s and 1960s, including notable exhibits like Kar de Mummas Rolls Royce, Karl Gerhard's Daimler, King Carl XVI Gustaf's Puch Florida moped, and a prototype of the Swedish sports car Koenigsegg. The museum also houses an extensive radio and TV apparatus collection with about 300 items and a photo museum. Expanded in 2007-2008 and again in 2015 to include a dedicated area for mopeds, scooters, and motorcycles, the museum offers a restaurant, café, souvenir shop, and hotel within the same building, making it a comprehensive visitor destination. Motala Motor Museum is recognized for its dynamic exhibitions and events, continually refreshing its offerings to engage enthusiasts and the general public alike.
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Tip: Visit during weekdays or outside peak summer months to enjoy a more relaxed experience. Consider purchasing tickets online in advance to avoid queues. The museum offers discounts for seniors, students, and groups. Take advantage of the on-site restaurant and hotel for a full-day immersive visit. Check the museum's website for special exhibitions and events to enhance your visit.
Interesting facts
- •The museum features a fully operational 1920s-30s car workshop as part of its exhibition.
- •It houses a prototype of the Swedish sports car Koenigsegg.
- •Among the vehicles displayed are Kar de Mummas Rolls Royce and King Carl XVI Gustaf's Puch Florida moped.
- •The museum's collection includes about 300 radio and TV apparatus, highlighting technological history.
- •Motala Motor Museum won the Tourism Award at the Motala Gala in 2016 for its dynamic exhibitions and international media attention.
History
Motala Motor Museum was established in 1995, originating from the private collection of Jan-Ove Boll.
Initially smaller, the museum expanded its exhibition space significantly in 2007-2008 to 2,000 m² and added a new wing in 2015 focusing on motorcycles, mopeds, and scooters.
The same year marked the museum's 20th anniversary and the completion of Hotel Nostalgi, enhancing visitor amenities.
Over the decades, the museum has evolved into Sweden's most visited motor museum, gaining recognition for its extensive collections and engaging displays.
Place Guide
Vintage Car Workshop1920s-1930s
A fully functional car workshop from the 1920s-30s, recreated to demonstrate automotive repair and maintenance techniques of the era, offering visitors an authentic nostalgic atmosphere.
Classic Vehicle Exhibition1950s-1960s
This main exhibition area showcases approximately 250 vehicles, focusing on cars from the 1950s and 1960s, including famous models like Kar de Mummas Rolls Royce and a prototype Koenigsegg sports car.
Motorcycle and Moped Gallery2015
Opened in 2015, this dedicated section displays around 125 motorcycles, mopeds, and scooters, featuring the collection of Einar "Motala Linkan" Lindqvist and other unique models.
Radio and TV Collection
A large collection of about 300 radio and television apparatus, highlighting the evolution of communication technology alongside motor vehicles.
Contact
Phone: 0141-588 88
