LEGiO Museum

LEGiO Museum is a charming LEGO®-themed museum in Grootegast, located in the former LEGO Netherlands building. More than just a showcase, it’s where visitors can watch, build, and play through LEGO’s rich history and creative community.

What to expect

• 📜 History & Heritage: Displays featuring LEGO wooden toys and early plastic bricks, plus Olympics from LEGO Netherlands (1963–1998).
• 🏙️ Model City & Dioramas: A huge LEGO-built town featuring Groningen landmarks like Martinitoren, Groningen station, Brandaris lighthouse and more.
• 🧱 Vitrine Exhibits: Chronological showcases from vintage to modern themes—Duplo, Technic, Fabuland—and contributions from private collectors.
• 🎮 Play & Create Zone: Build tables with LEGO and DUPLO, plus PlayStations with LEGO-themed games and a small ball pit.
• 🎥 Mini Cinema: Short films on LEGO’s evolution—from wood to Star Wars bricks—screened in a cozy theater area.
• 🏴‍☠️ Themed Exhibitions: Rotating displays like LEGO Pirates (1989–) & LEGO Star Wars (25-year expo) with interactive elements.
• ☕ Café & Shop: A casual eatery and souvenir shop right at the entrance, perfect for snacks and memories.

Good to know

• 📍 Location: Legolaan 1C, 9861 AT Grootegast (also Victory Museum & Printing Museum onsite).
• ⏰ Opening hours: Wed & Fri 13–17h; Sat & Sun 10–17h; closed Mon/Tue/Thu. Extended holiday hours by season.
• ⏳ Visit duration: 1.5–3 hrs, depending on how long you build/play.
• 🎟️ Admission: €10 pp; kids 0–2 free; group/school visits possible by appointment.
• 🧒 Family friendly: Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult; parking is free, no dogs allowed.
• 🎉 Events: LEGO fairs (e.g. “Festijn met bouwsteentjes”) regularly draw 1,300+ visitors with MOC expos & build contests.

Why visit?

LEGiO Museum offers a heartfelt tribute to LEGO’s legacy in the Netherlands, combined with lots of hands-on fun. It’s ideal for families, AFOLs and anyone curious about LEGO’s journey—from historic bricks to modern creations.