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Run-up to the 33rd International Model Railway Exhibition (IMA) 2016 in Cologne:Prepare for a grand European rail journey, a unique prize-winning competition and innumerable first-rate model railway innovations!
In just 50 days' time model railway fans from all over the world will be making their way to Koelnmesse, the Cologne exhibition centre, eager to enter the gates of the 33rd International Model Railway Exhibition. Thismajor event of the model railway sector takes place biannually and offers model railway enthusiasts an infinite variety of modelling materials, information and inspiration. From 17th to 20th November 2016 the show is expected to attract around 60,000 visitors who will be streaming to Cologne to see the many railway layouts and sales stands of some 200 model railway exhibitorsand to celebrate the ambitious hobby of model engineering.
Rail journeysmean far more than just travelling on railway tracks from A to B: Train stations are the beginning and end of journeys through life in all corners of the Earth, of emotions ranging from joyful anticipation to tragic tears of farewell, of stages of life and innumerable travel encountersthat fire our imagination.There is hardly a James Bondfilm that does not include the suspense of a ride in or on a train to somewhere. And as diverse as the lives, works and adventures that occur on railways in real life is the popular and fascinating hobby of railway modelling with all its technical finesse.And the very finest in model railway equipment and display layoutswill be on show atthe 33rd IMA from 17th to 20th November 2016. International model railway and accessory suppliers -from the quality workshops of small series manufacturers with the highest degree of specialization to the market leaders in the model railway industry - will present their latest products and top brands to a motivated audience of model engineers: modern technology for all gauges, the latest drive systems, track materials for every type of rail, rolling stock, sophisticated model railway software, materials and tools for creative landscape modelling, as well as a large assortment of accessories and practical support for every imaginable model railway project. In addition the show offers its audience of perceptive and discerning modellers - from home and abroad and in all age groups - anextensiveaccompanying program of hands-on activities, presentations and networking possibilities. The many railway layoutsat IMA 2016, in all gauges, creatively modelledwith great attention to detail by private modellers, international clubs and associations, each tell a story with heart, soul and humour - and with a total of 25, there are more than ever before.
All aboard: Will it be the celebratedOrientExpress ora brand new ICE?
Crime stories are hip, and spy thrillers are classic entertainment. So when transported intotrue-to-detail miniature format they supply ideal motives for railway modelling.This year for example you'll find the legendary Orient Express, that mystical location for innumerable tales of diplomats, secret agents, adventurers and profiteers, brought to the tracks by Märklin with seven teak carriages, prototypical brass fittings and illuminated table lamps in the dining car.Though today's secret agent might be in more of a hurry…Maybe he has already been travelling incognito for the past 25 years on the fully air-conditioned330 km/h fast ICE?These elegant express trains have been speeding through Europe since 1991!So of course high-speed traffic celebrates its 25th anniversary at IMA 2016 too.Exhibitors offer all the latest digital technology that the industry has to offer, both for young adventurers and for die-hard model engineering pros, with intuitively operable high-definition touch-screen displays, a wide range of sound functions and so much more.
Live steam locos, those classic beauties
Maybe it's in our genes - that enraptured smile that appears when we see, hear or even smell a steam locomotive?The aroma of coal, steam and hot oil stimulates the nostalgic feeling and it is exactly that special atmosphere in the exhibition hall that enraptures railway buffs and collectors as well as steam railway modellers of all ages. The "Cologne Live Steam Meeting" that takes place in conjunction with IMA is a great event for all steam railway model(ling)fans.And it guarantees four long days of driving fun for steam modellers in the middle of what is usually their hobby's winter break! The gauge IIm module layout (45mm track) for example presents the 1 metre narrow gauge in a scale of 1:22.5 with many splendid locos from various countries.Owners of gauge II railway models who would like to participate can register on the IMA website now!The track plan for Hall 4.2 can is already online.
The longest train on the www? Come aboardwith the IMA community!
IMA is in the driver's cab, the community carriages are hitched on: right now more than 250carriages loaded with individual scenes are rolling towards IMA 2016, creating the longest model train on the world web! Afascinating compilation of unique model railway creations.And apart from all the fun of the super photos there are of course tickets to be won for the 33rd International Model Railway Exhibition! How? Just take a model railway photo, choose a suitably illustrated waggon on the competition website and load your work of art onto it. Every week the IMA team draws the winners of 2 x 2free tickets for the show! And in addition leading manufacturers from the model railway industry add attractive carriages with further prizes. We can't wait to see how long the train will get - the IMA is certainly being awaited with anticipation.And the photographic rolling stock put together by the model railway community is already an absolute hit!
A journey through our great European continent! At IMA 2016.
Railway modellers love Europe. After all, the roots of railway history lie in this wonderful continent. This is where mobility on tracks has its origins and from where railways have connected countless people all over the world right up to today. Europe is beautiful - and so versatile. This esprit spurred the hosts of the 33rd IMA, internationalexhibition for model railways and accessories, to invite their audience totake a fascinating miniature train ride across Europe. All aboard in Belgium! The journey takes you via Scotland to Finland and Norway, then southwards to the Netherlands and Germany, through charming French and Spanish landscapes and on to Tuscany in Bella Italia. Time to stop for a break for a coffee or a Kölsch beer and the model railway journeycan continue - Austria and Switzerland await with their legendary rail routes. A perfect end to a relaxing November day, don't you think?
For the first time in the history of model railways,private modellers and model railway clubs from over 15 European nations will be getting together to present their model layouts at IMA 2016. As always it will be theattention to detailin their creations that will attract spectators to the miniature sceneryfrom each country: local festivities, typical costumes and fashions, famous figures and well-known landmarks, beautiful landscapes, urban flair, characteristic scenes of work, romance, families. Life in all its facets. The model railway community is proof that we all love Europe!
One ticket für all 4 events!Advance tickets on sale online.
Europe's greatest model railway event, the IMA in Cologne, is an internationally renowned paradise for inspiration, ideas and shopping for all model railway fans. And this year it takes place once again with its unique partner eventsCologne Steam Live Steam Meeting, Lego Kids Festand Lego Fan World!And the best part:The International Model Railway Exhibition, the Cologne Live Steam Meeting (Thursday to Sunday), Lego Fan World and the Lego Kids Fest (Friday to Sunday) can all be visited with just one low-price ticket! A great treat for all the family! Advance tickets are already available.
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Dates of the fair:17th - 20th November 2016
Venue:Koelnmesse
Messeplatz 1
50679 Cologne
Germany
Opening hours:Thurs. 17.11.2016 -Sat. 19.11.2016
9 am - 6 pm
Sunday, 20.11.2016
9 am - 5 pm
Ticket validity:"International Model Railway Exhibition" and
"Cologne Live Steam Meeting"
from Thurs. 17.11. to Sun. 20.11.2016
+
"LEGO Fanwelt" and "LEGO Kids Fest"
from Fri. 18.11. to Sun. 20.11.2016
can be visited with just one admission ticket.
Admission prices
on site:One-day ticket adult 13.00 €
One-day ticket reduced 10.00 €
(Children aged 8 - 17 years, pupils, students,
pensioners and other entitled persons with ID)
Family ticket: 30.00 €
(2 adults and 2 own children aged 4 - 17 years)
Child ticket (4 - 7 years): 5.00 €
Children up to 3 years free of charge.
Happy Hour ticket: 8.00 € (valid from 3 pm)
Photos for royalty-free use in your publications can be found here:
2 copies requested.
Press contact: Messe Sinsheim GmbH, Phone: +49 7261/689-0. Fax: +49 7261/689-220.
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