Minimundus is a park of miniature buildings in Klagenfurt, Austria. These miniatures are 1:25 miniaturized versions of famous buildings and tourist attractions in Austria and around the world. With more than 150 miniature architectural models, you can feel like you have traveled the world at the end of your visit to Minimundus.
Located 700 meters away from Wörthersee, one of the largest and most vibrant lakes in the region, Minimundus was opened in 1958. When it was opened, the park was named Minieurop and there were only 20 model buildings at that time. The name of the park was changed to Minimundus, which I guess is a name for children, when a British representative provided financial support to the park, which provides aid to children. In the following years, a separate park was opened in Brussels with a name similar to its old name, Mini Europe. As a result, miniature parks are very popular. Minimundus is one of the most popular attractions in Klagenfurt. Of course, you don’t need to go all the way there to see a miniature park. Istanbul Miniatürk is one of the miniature parks with the same quality.
Minimundus is one of the best places to visit especially for families with children, because children have the opportunity to explore both by seeing and reading. You go on a miniature journey through the important buildings of more than 40 countries. A miniature train accompanies you during your trip, but the beauty of the train is that it is steam-powered.
Let’s see which miniature buildings are in Minimundus. The Sydney Opera House, the symbol of Sydney and even Australia, the Taj Mahal, India’s prominent giant structure, New York’s famous Statue of Liberty, the iron tower Eiffel Tower in Paris, St. Peter’s Basilica, one of the largest basilicas in Rome, the giant Ferris wheel in Vienna,
Historical artifacts from Turkey are also placed in Minimundus. You can also see the Süleymaniye Mosque by Mimar Sinan and the Galata Tower, one of the oldest buildings in Istanbul.
What is the entrance fee and visiting hours at Minimundus?
The entrance fee is a bit expensive, 19€ per person. If you have a Kärnten Card, you can enter for 9,50€. If you also want to enter Pyramidenkogel, located south of Wörthersee, you can buy a combined ticket and get both entrances for a total of 25,50€. Minimundus can be visited between 09:00 – 20:00 during the summer season.
Where is Minimundus? How to get there?
Minimundus is located between Klagenfurt and Lake Wörthersee. If you are coming from Graz, you should take exit 317 from the A2 highway and head towards Klagenfurt – Wörthersee – Minimundus. If you want to take the train, get off at Klagenfurt West station and walk 500 meters towards Minimundus. Buses 10 and 20 also run from the Minimundus bus stop on the A2 highway next to Minimundus.
