Europlanetarium Genk

In the Belgian city of Genk, the Europlanetarium combines a public observatory with a planetarium, drawing visitors who want to look up at the stars without leaving the city.

About Europlanetarium Genk

Europlanetarium Genk is a public observatory and planetarium in the Terboekt area of Genk, Belgium. It has grown over the decades into part of the larger Cosmodrome complex, which also covers exhibitions on flight and space travel.

History

The observatory was first proposed in 1977, with the building completed in 1983 and the site opening to the public in 1984. A planetarium was added in 1991, followed by an auditorium in 1998 and a laser projector the same year. A geological garden, including a display of a coalmine shaft, was added on 9 July 1988.

Location & getting there

Europlanetarium Genk is in Europe, in Belgium, within the city of Genk itself, making it an easy stop for visitors already exploring the region.

Visiting Europlanetarium Genk

The observatory and planetarium are open to the public, with an entry fee. Check the official website for current opening times and show schedules before you go.

See your named star from here

A visit to Europlanetarium Genk's planetarium and observatory is a great way to get familiar with the night sky before tracking down your own star. Name a star or search the star catalogue to find its exact coordinates.