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Vending Machines for Castles | GW Souvenirs

Vending machines for locks:
Courtyard souvenirs and passive income

GW Souvenirs provides technology that allows you to sell souvenirs in places that are inaccessible to traditional commerce. Safely, aesthetically and in all weather conditions.

  • Outdoor version
  • Funds for renovations
  • Cashless payments

Challenge: Selling souvenirs outside the ticket office

Managing a historical site is a struggle for funds. The tour path is long, and tourists want to buy a souvenir "on impulse" at emotional points: in the tower or courtyard. Creating stationary stores there is impossible.

Lack of space and facilities
The towers and ramparts will not accommodate a sales counter or warehouse.
Personnel costs
It is not cost-effective to maintain vendors at dispersed points in the castle.
Weather conditions
Courtyards are open spaces. An ordinary machine will not survive here.
Castle courtyard

Outdoor Technology: Automakers that aren't afraid of the weather

What sets GW Souvenirs apart is the professional preparation of equipment for outdoor use. Locks are windy and cold objects, so we use proven solutions.

Heating package

It maintains the right temperature inside the device, protecting electronics and goods from frost and moisture. The automatic works even in winter.

Reinforced construction

Resistance to wind gusts, special seals against rain and snow, and a protective canopy for the interface. Vandal resistance as standard.

Funds for renovations

The income from the vending machines is "pure profit" that goes into the renovation budget of the facility. We operate on a Revenue Share model - no upfront costs for the castle.

GSM telemetry

The manager has an online view of sales. He knows exactly how many medals were sold over the weekend, without having to go to the tower.

Recommended models for castle spaces

Devices with superior durability and high capacity, minimizing the frequency of service.

MINI LUX Outdoor Vending Machine

MINI LUX Outdoor

Flagship for special tasks

Versatile model for courtyards and entrance gates. Fully weatherproof while maintaining an elegant appearance.

1000 medals Heating Package IP65
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BIG COINMAT vending machine

BIG COINMAT

Handling mass traffic

For the largest castles, serving thousands of tourists a day. Ideal for castle parking lots and main traffic routes.

2000 medals Reducing queues Max capacity
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SMALL COINMAT vending machine

SMALL COINMAT

For tight corridors

Inside castles, narrow passages, towers or small museum chambers. Can be hung on the wall.

700 medals For the wall/stand Compact
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Cooperation with Castle Managers

Working with GW Souvenirs is a business model focused on generating profit with minimal involvement.

Revenue Share (Risk-free)

Mostly chosen by historical sites. We invest in the equipment, the Castle provides the space and electricity.

  • 0 PLN of initial costs
  • Full technical support on our side
  • Lock receives % from turnover
  • Clear online billing

Financial Security

Eliminate cash handling problems in difficult terrain.

  • Payments by card, BLIK, phone
  • No risk of theft of the vending machine's utilities
  • The funds go directly to the account
  • Accounting automation

Polish Manufacturer

Guarantee of service and availability of spare parts.

  • Fast service response nationwide
  • Adapting the design to the facility
  • Experience in class "0" facilities"

FAQ - Questions from facility managers

Yes. Our devices are premium equipment with a subdued design. They are not "screaming" fair machines. Compact dimensions allow them to be discreetly integrated into the historical infrastructure without compromising the aesthetics of the place.

Outdoor versions are ready for it. The heating package and special seals guarantee trouble-free operation all year round, protecting electronics from frost and moisture.

No. GW Souvenirs vending machines use their own built-in GSM connectivity. Only a standard 230V electrical power supply is required.

In the Revenue Share model, full maintenance is on our side. Thanks to telemetry, we know about potential problems often before the castle staff notices them and dispatches technicians.

Turn tourism into real budget support

Contact us to see which vending machine model will work best for your fortress.

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