Emsland Maglev-Test Facility
A decommissioned high-speed maglev train test facility in Emsland, Germany, known for its innovative technology, record speeds, and a tragic accident, now partially preserved with a visitor center.

📜 Defunct test site for Transrapid maglev trains, built 1980-1987.
🔍 Its 31.8 km elevated concrete track infrastructure remains largely intact.

Why Go

🚄 See preserved maglev infrastructure and vehicles
🚴 Cycle the 58-kilometer "Transrapid loops" tour
🧠 Learn about magnetic levitation technology at the visitor center

Why Avoid

🚫 No active maglev train rides or tests
⚠️ Site of a fatal 2006 accident with a memorial

Tips

🅿️ Visitor center in Lathen is open on weekends
🚴 Cycle tour starts in Dörpen

Hours

🕒 Visitor center: Weekends only

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