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Astropfad: Mars

Discover Mars on Wuppertal's Astropfad

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Wuppertal: First Steps10 pts

Wuppertal: Explorer25 pts

Wuppertal: Insider50 pts

The Astropfad in Wuppertal features Mars as a stop in the to-scale solar system model. This trail offers a unique way to explore the solar system at a scale of 1:552 million, highlighting the vast distances between the planets.

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The model's scale is 1:552 million.

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Wheelchair Access: Fully accessible

Guided Story

You are now at Mars, a stop on the Astropfad in Wuppertal. This planetary trail is a to-scale model of our solar system, illustrating the vast distances between celestial bodies. If you've already seen Earth, it’s about 177 meters to the east. Here, Mars highlights the immense space between planets, even in this model at a 1:552 million scale. Look around and imagine the real distances in space. Nearby, you can find the Wuppertal City Hall just 85 meters north and the Gemarker Church to the west. This station invites you to explore the vastness of space on a smaller scale.