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Zeiss Großplanetarium

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    Zeiss Major Planetarium Berlin: View of the entrance and dome of the main hall.

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    Foyer of the Zeiss Major Planetarium.

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    Star projector in the planetarium hall of the Zeiss Planetarium.

A massive silver globe set back from the busy Prenzlauer Allee, the Zeiss Planetarium is one of the most modern stellar theatres in Europe.

The Zeiss-Großplanetarium (Zeiss Major Planetarium or Zeiss Grand Planetarium) was opened in October 1987 after only two years of construction as one of the largest and most modern stellar theaters in Europe. With its outer dome diameter of 30 meters, the Zeiss-Großplanetarium is one of the largest planetariums in Germany.

Programme at the Zeiss Großplanetarium

The Zeiss Planetarium pursues a program philosophy that aims to combine scientific knowledge with entertaining and artistic elements with the help of composers, graphic artists and actors to create a unified whole that gives visitors an experience with a strong emotional impact. The aim is to combine education, recreation and relaxation.

Zeiss Großplanetarium: Current events and tickets

Rocket Men – Lost in Space

Live ROCKET MEN take audiences on a musical journey through the universe. The five band members are at home in the jazz and pop scenes of Hamburg and Leipzig respectively – blending the best of both worlds into their unique fusion. Cinematic synthesizer... more

Cosmic Opera

Experience how music and the cosmos merge into a unique artistic synthesis. In »Cosmic Opera«, great operatic melodies combine with light and space to create a harmonious symphony of the universe. The focus is on works such as Mozart's »The Magic Flute«,... more

Creation and Cosmos according to Hildegard of Bingen

Experience an impressive combination of music, art and science: in »Creation and Cosmos according to Hildegard of Bingen«, the universe of the famous Benedictine nun, scientist and composer Hildegard of Bingen is brought to life. It is based on texts,... more

The universe at your fingertips

Experience the cosmos in a whole new way! The Berlin Planetarium Foundation is setting new standards with its innovative permanent exhibition "The Universe you can touch": as a new kind of interactive science center, we make astronomy tangible for everyone... more

On foot through Germany - 1600 km from the North Sea to the Zugspitze

Live Hamburg-based adventurers and photographers Achill Moser and Aaron Moser have been undertaking adventurous expeditions all over the world for years. Now they have fulfilled a long-cherished dream. Together they hiked through the middle of Germany... more

Address, Opening Hours and Contact Information

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 Address
Prenzlauer Allee 80
10405 Berlin
Phone
+49 (0)30 421 845 10
Internet
www.planetarium.berlin
Opening Hours
Only open during events.
Accessibility
Wheelchair access via ramp. Elevator to the planetarium and lecture hall. Designated seats for wheelchair users.
Admission Fee
Varies depending on the event

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Last edited: 25 April 2025