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Planetarium und Sternwarte Köln
Discover the stars beneath Cologne
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Located in the basement of the Leonardo-da-Vinci-Gymnasium in Cologne-Nippes, the Cologne Planetarium houses a 1965 Zeiss ZKP-1. It allows groups of up to 30 to experience the starry sky, Milky Way, and planets as they would appear on a clear night. The accompanying observatory, built between 1960 and 1963, was partially constructed by dedicated former students.
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A large part of the facility was built by former students.
Quick Facts
- Wheelchair Access
- Not accessible
Guided Story
Right here in Cologne-Nippes, tucked away in the basement of the Leonardo-da-Vinci-Gymnasium, is a hidden gem for stargazers. The Cologne Planetarium features a 1965 Zeiss ZKP-1. Imagine, up to 30 people can gather here to experience the starry sky, the Milky Way, and the planets as they would appear on a clear night. And if you're curious about how all this came to be, remember the dedicated former students who, between 1960 and 1963, helped construct the observatory. While you're here, you might also notice the nearby St. Bonifatius Church to the south or the Luftschiff-Platz to the east.
Location
Nearby
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