“Tickets, please!” a gruff voice calls out, shattering the illusion of calm. We stand before the Emma & Bahnhof-Lummerland Sculpture. It’s a whimsical piece, capturing the charm of the beloved children’s story, “Jim Knopf and Lukas the Locomotive Driver.” The Emma & Bahnhof-Lummerland Sculpture came to life in 2017. It was a collaborative effort between Filmpark Babelsberg and Filmstudio Babelsberg. The sculpture depicts the iconic train station and, of course, Emma herself. This delightful addition to Filmpark Babelsberg was unveiled by Potsdam’s mayor, Jann Jakobs. He praised the collaboration between the film park and the studio, predicting the attraction would draw hundreds of thousands of visitors. The Emma & Bahnhof-Lummerland Sculpture isn’t just a static display. It forms part of a larger set. This impressive outdoor set spans over 1200 square meters. It took 12 weeks to construct this magical world of Lummerland. Alongside Emma and the station, you’ll find Mrs. Waas’ shop and Mr. Sleeve’s house. It’s a tangible piece of the film adaptation directed by Dennis Gansel. This film, “Jim Knopf and Lukas the Locomotive Driver,” was the first live-action version of the popular story. The Emma & Bahnhof-Lummerland Sculpture isn’t just a celebration of a film. It’s a testament to the enduring power of storytelling and imagination. It brings a beloved children’s tale to life. So next time you hear the whistle blow, remember Emma and the magical world of Lummerland, forever captured here in Potsdam.
Rote Villa
Why is it called the *Rote Villa*, you might wonder, as you stand before this striking building? Well, its nickname,