Bahnhofmann-Ilshofen

Property description

The BAHNHOFmann combines a restaurant and event venue in a lovingly restored, historic railway station complex in Ilshofen-Eckartshausen. The concept blends the charm of historic architecture with modern flexibility: the historic station (restaurant), orangery, engine shed, and beer garden can be rented and used individually or in combination – from small gatherings to large events.
An added benefit for events: Overnight accommodation is available in the boarding house in the historic train station.

Restaurant in the historic train station

The ground floor now houses the restaurant "BAHNHOFmann," featuring a modern kitchen and three adjoining dining rooms. The restaurant offers traditional German and regional cuisine in a historic setting; the layout allows for both classic restaurant service and events of varying sizes. The historic train station provides a stylish and relaxed atmosphere for events, with three flexible spaces and an exclusive lounge in the vaulted cellar. Capacity/Area (approximate): Events for up to 100 guests, approximately 150 m² .

Event location: Orangery, locomotive shed and beer garden

Orangery – impressive, light-filled, flexible

The Orangery is designed as an elegant steel and glass venue, offering a high-quality setting for corporate events, conferences, presentations, weddings, or festive evenings. A real steam train is integrated into the venue – catering can be served in style from the carriages. In good weather, the Orangery can be opened up extensively, allowing for a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor spaces.

Capacity / Area: 100–150 people, approx. 259 m² (depending on seating arrangement).
Technical setup: flexible seating, modern presentation technology.

Locomotive shed – rustic & full of character

The historic locomotive shed impresses with its rustic charm, largely preserved original structure, and striking details such as large, side-mounted rolling wooden doors. A covered outdoor area is ideal for standing receptions or summer barbecues. Inside, an integrated buffet car provides a stylish catering experience while maintaining a sense of spaciousness.

Capacity / Area: 40–100 people, approx. 153 m².

Beer garden – Outdoor events with a bad weather option

The beer garden offers ample space for large, informal events outdoors. In case of a change in weather, the directly adjacent orangery provides maximum flexibility (seamless relocation indoors). Catering can be provided outdoors via the Orangery Express carriage; a walk-in steam locomotive with a wooden deck creates a unique setting.

Capacity: up to approximately 250 people.
Culinary options (seasonal): BBQ/grill buffets/smokers in summer as well as mulled wine receptions, fire bowls and winter event formats.

Awards / Profile

The renovation was carried out in accordance with historic preservation requirements; the historic train station is highlighted as an excellent location (reference to a historic preservation award) and received recognition at the Baden-Württemberg State Prize for Building Culture 2024.

The location:

Address: Am Bahnhof 1, 74532 Eckartshausen-Ilshofen.
The location is characterized by its railway station atmosphere and the historically developed building fabric. The building's history dates back to 1867; the renovation was carried out in accordance with historic preservation guidelines and supplemented with modern technology.

Equipment:

Variable room combinations: train station, orangery, engine shed, beer garden – individually or combined.
Standard conference equipment: notepads, pens, projector; special equipment available on request.
Special highlights: integrated steam train/wagon catering in the Orangery, buffet wagon in the engine shed, Orangery Express & walk-in steam locomotive in the beer garden.
Gastronomic infrastructure: 2 fully and high-quality equipped restaurant kitchens and flexible dining room structure; additional formats such as whisky/wine evenings (smokers' lounge) are possible.