PLANET KA - Planetarium Karlsruhe

In the location's words:

After thousands of exoplanets, finally an endoplanet again

95 years after the discovery of Pluto, a new planet appears in the sky above KA and touches down next to Gottesaue Castle and the old slaughterhouse: PLANET KA.

PLANET KA, financed solely by admission fees and the hoped-for donations, the new PLANETarium KArlsruhe has set out to fill a gap that has long existed in the city of Karlsruhe, which is otherwise so rich in science, art, culture and education.

From an early age, children are fascinated by the sun, moon and stars - everything that shines or flies in the sky. This is exactly where a planetarium comes in: it offers space for big thoughts, for a change of perspective - especially for school classes. For PLANET KA, maintaining and strengthening this enthusiasm and spirit of discovery is the core business of every planetarium.

Thanks to digital projections, journeys that were previously unthinkable are now possible: to foreign planets, distant galaxies or to the beginning of time. Planetariums are dynamic space-time machines that make it possible to experience what is quickly forgotten in everyday life - that everything floats on the earth. Karlsruhe floats. "Spaceship Earth" is floating. We float all the time - it is the journey of our lives. Day and night we race around the sun at a hundred thousand speeds, protected from the surrounding mercilessly empty, dead, cold nothingness. PLANET KA wants to be a place where science, art, culture and education come together - in the middle of urban life.

Space & use

The planetarium in the Altes Gaswerk Ost is protected from light by curtains that can be opened as required. At night or for non-astronomical events, the dome can merge into the room. The view extends to the walls of the Alter Schlachthof, Gottesaue Castle and the Stadtwerke depot.

The venue is not only suitable for sky travel, but also for art: small concerts, readings, theater, dance - anything that can be presented in a new light under the starry sky. Exhibitions can also be held here. A reference to the cosmos - at least between the lines - is expressly encouraged.

Tickets

A valid ticket is required for every person - including those entitled to Free admission, such as small children, accompanying persons or birthday guests. The number of seats is limited. Only those who book online in advance have a guaranteed seat reservation. Remaining tickets are not always available and only in small numbers. Admission without a valid ticket is not possible.

For individually booked events, the procedure will be coordinated in advance.

Questions about PLANET KA

1. what is on offer at PLANET KA in Karlsruhe?

From children's birthday parties to weddings, from school visits to company celebrations - there's a suitable format under the stars for almost everything at PLANET KA. Individual events? Sure, just ask!

Plus: vouchers, star sponsorships, books, astro gadgets and much more in the small but excellent store on site. And if you want to take off into space regularly, check the program calendar or follow PLANET KA on Rausgegangen.

2. is PLANET KA barrier-free?

Yes - as far as possible. PLANET KA believes that stars are for everyone.

A long ramp leads directly from the grounds into the domed hall, barrier-free WC with emergency call system included. A parking space can be reserved free of charge if required - just let us know in advance. The basement is currently only accessible via stairs, but further improvements are being planned. You can find more information here.

People are welcome - no matter where they come from or how they go through life.

3. who gets a parking space on the premises at PLANET KA in Karlsruhe?

Parking spaces directly on the premises are reserved for guests who really need them - e.g. for accessibility reasons. All others are asked to park in the area around the Alter Schlachthof - there are plenty of free parking spaces within walking distance. You can find more information on how to get there or contact us here.

4. how can you support PLANET KA?

Quite simply: Come by. Spread the word. Come again. And if it fits:

• Book a solidarity ticket instead of the normal price

• Give a star sponsorship as a gift

• Donate online or on site

• Volunteer to help out

• Recommend PLANET KA - in person, online or through a good review

PLANET KA thrives on commitment - every contribution helps to think bigger about astronomical education in Karlsruhe.

5. what are PLANET KA donations used for?

According to PLANET KA, all donations flow directly into educational work - specifically, for example, into

• Programs for children & young people

• Programs for people with less access to education

• The further development of the entire PLANET KA project

Every donation brings heaven a little closer.

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Allgemeine Öffnungszeiten gibt es nicht.

Das Planetarium ist nur zu den im Programm ausgewiesenen öffentlichen Veranstaltungen geöffnet oder mit individueller Terminvereinbarung.
Einlass ist in der Regel ab etwa 25 bis 30 Minuten vor Beginn der Veranstaltung. Ein Nacheinlass nach Beginn der Veranstaltung ist leider nicht möglich. Nicht eingelöste Tickets verlieren mit Beginn der Veranstaltung ihre Gültigkeit; es besteht kein Anspruch auf Umtausch oder Erstattung. Die Haustüren sind während der laufenden Veranstaltung geschlossen