The Zeiss-Großplanetarium in Berlin’s Prenzlauer Berg is one of Europe’s most advanced science theaters, originally built in 1987 to mark the city’s 750th anniversary. Its striking silver dome houses a 23-meter projection space equipped with cutting-edge fulldome technology, offering immersive journeys through astronomy, nature, and culture. Following a major renovation between 2014 and 2016, the planetarium now features upgraded media systems and a renewed focus on interdisciplinary science education. Visitors can enjoy star shows, documentaries, concerts, and family-friendly programs in a setting that blends scientific wonder with artistic flair.
Berlin GermanyThe Zeiss-Großplanetarium is located at Prenzlauer Allee 80, 10405 Berlin, in the Prenzlauer Berg district. This striking silver-domed building sits at the edge of the Ernst-Thälmann-Park housing estate and is one of the largest and most modern planetariums in Europe. Just a short walk from the Prenzlauer Allee S-Bahn station, the planetarium enjoys excellent public transport connections. The surrounding neighborhood, Prenzlauer Berg, is vibrant and renowned for its diverse dining scene, featuring popular restaurants like Häppies, Zur Haxe, and Ushido - Japanese BBQ, all within half a mile. Close by, visitors will find family-friendly attractions such as the Kindermuseum MACHmit!, the history-focused Museumswohnung Zimmermeister Brunzel, as well as the bustling Kulturbrauerei cultural complex. A bit farther are Berlin’s major sites like the Memorial of the Berlin Wall and the Brandenburg Gate, both easily accessible from the planetarium's central location.