Cologne deserves a better planetarium

The planetarium in Nippes. A real journey through time. Lovely decorated. Great tours. Reserve tickets in good time. And above all, no astronomical prices: 2 adults and 1 child for €10.50. Leave another donation...

Total cool! Very familiar and cozy! Tim's talk about black holes was very understandable and entertaining! Totally likeable! The subsequent visit to the actual planetarium was also incredibly great and worthwhile, despite its small size! We'll definitely be back🤙🤙

Das war von unserer Lieben Begleiterin „Eva „ so schön! Wir sind echt begeistert und danken dem ganzen Team! Vielen lieben Dank und immer wieder gern ❤️

(Translated by Google) The only planetarium in Cologne is one of the smallest of its kind, but it is still highly recommended! With only 30 seats, you can enjoy an almost family atmosphere, which is why questions can be answered much better than in the large planetariums with ten times the capacity. In addition to the actual planetarium, in which the starry sky over Cologne is explained and current observation tips are given, the facility also boasts with its permanent astronomical exhibition, which is so extensive and interesting that it is worth visiting the planetarium several times. The weekly changing lecture topics also invite you to do so, which together with the explanation of the starry sky in the dome and the time in the museum area make the approximately 1.5 hour tour (3x30min) a real experience. The Cologne Planetarium offers two guided tours at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. every Saturday. The entrance fee of €4 / €2.50 red. almost seemed a bit too low and is definitely money well invested. Absolute recommendation for all those who are interested in space and astronomy or don't have any plans for Saturday evening! :) (Original) Das einzige Kölner Planetarium zählt zwar zu den kleinsten seiner Art, ist aber dennoch absolut zu empfehlen! Bei nur 30 Sitzplätzen genießt man eine beinahe familiäre Atmosphäre, weshalb auf Fragen deutlich besser eingegangen werden kann als in den großen Planetarien mit der zehnfachen Kapazität. Neben dem eigentlichen Planetarium, in dem einem der Sternenhimmel über Köln erklärt und aktuelle Beobachtungstipps genannt werden, trumpft die Einrichtung auch mit seiner astronomischen Daueraustellung, die so umfangreich und interessant ist, dass sich auch mehrere Besuche im Planetarium lohnen. Dazu laden auch die wöchentlich wechselnden Vortragsthemen ein, die gemeinsam mit der Erklärung des Sternenhimmels in der Kuppel sowie der Zeit im Museumsbereich die etwa 1,5 Stunden dauernde Führung (3x30min) zu einem echten Erlebnis machen. Das Planetarium Köln bietet an jedem Samstag je zwei Führungen um 18 und um 19 Uhr an. Der Eintrittspreis von 4€ / 2,50€ erm. kam mir fast schon ein bisschen zu niedrig vor und ist definitiv gut investiertes Geld. Absolute Empfehlung für all diejenigen, die Interesse an dem Weltraum und der Astronomie oder am Samstagabend noch nichts vor haben! :)

Sehr sehr cool. Tim hatte es mega gut erklärt so das meine 4.jährigen es verstanden haben und jetzt noch mehr intresse am Weltall haben. Wir waren bei der Vorstellung Polarlichter! Müssen unbedingt nochmal hin. Auch die Sternen Erklärung war toll gemacht. Sehr schönes Team!

(Translated by Google) Very interesting, professional guide, I will visit again (Original) Sehr interessant,professionelle Führung,werde ich nochmals besuchen

The tour took place in two stations. First we went to the planetarium, where the starry sky was projected and the constellations were shown. The stories from Greek mythology were told about the constellations and it was then explained which stars and constellations one could use as a guide in order to find other constellations. I can say that not only was it interesting, the night sky is also really beautifully presented. The next stop was a tour where we were introduced to the planets and our galaxy. The two stations were taken over by two young students who did really well. For €5 per adult and €3 concessions you can definitely recommend it.

(Translated by Google) We were a bit late because of a traffic jam and parking lot search .... Nevertheless, we have almost everything heard)) It was very interesting tour with a Dedicated leader !!!! For young and old very exciting and informative)))) Next time we'll come sooner))) 👍👍👍 (Original) Wir waren ein bisschen wegen einem Stau und Parkplatz sucherei spät dran.... Trotzdem haben wir fast alles mitbekommen)) Es war sehr interessante Führung mit einer Engagierter Leiterin!!!! Für klein und groß sehr spannend und informativ)))) Nächstes mal kommen wir früher hin))) 👍👍👍

Gut erklärte und kurzweilige Führung souverän vorgetragen trotz kontinuierlichen Störung aus dem Auditorium, Hut ab vor der Referentin.. Kommen sicher wieder

Nice planetarium, very friendly and attentive workers! But very small. The exhibition is interesting and you feel as if you were in the 70s and 80s. There are computers with Windows 95, this is very interesting. The dynamic models of telescopes are very interesting; they move in different directions. The hall itself with the starry sky is also small, probably for 25 people maximum. The lecture is interesting, but short; I would like more time and more in-depth information. You can come with your children, they are very interested, they ask questions and actively participate. You need to arrive at 5:45 pm in advance to confirm your reservation and pay at the ticket office. The prices are quite reasonable. Overall interesting because I love astronomy. Many thanks to the staff for the tour!

Super exciting tour through the planetarium. We recommend! Thank you for your effort - you did a great job!

(Translated by Google) No blingbling but astronomy. Guided tour and session in the planetarium that is also easy for children to understand. The son is delighted. (Original) Kein Blingbling sondern Astronomie. Auch für Kinder gut verständliche Führung und Session im Planetarium. Der Sohn ist begeistert.

Ein tolles Erlebnis mit kompetenter und sehr sympathischen Führung! Sternenhimmel im April. Jetzt muss bloß noch die Wolkendecke sich auftun.

(Translated by Google) Cologne's only planetarium can be found here with great attention to detail. For young and old with great and lively tours. (Original) Mit sehr viel Liebe zum Detail findet man hier Kölns einziges Planetarium. Für Jung und Alt mit tollen und lebendigen Führungen.

(Translated by Google) Really worth a visit !! 🤩🤩💜 (Original) Wirklich einen besuch wert!!🤩🤩💜

The two students presented it really well, grade A, otherwise the whole visit would be a total flop. The planetarium is nothing more than an old basement with computers from the 90s, a fraction of the animations working plus dusty posters. The planetarium itself is an unspectacular room without any fresh air with a boring projection that you can also order on Amazon. You shouldn't expect too much, instead go to a real planetarium with interactive films like in Berlin. Sorry!

Very exciting information and superbly presented and explained by two students! Definitely recommended.

Small, lovingly run planetarium with well-informed guides. It was fun 😊

(Translated by Google) Great tour and lecture. Tim made this really great for our group. Definitely not my last visit there :) (Original) Super Führung und Vortrag. Tim hat das für unsere Gruppe echt spitze gemacht. War definitiv nicht mein letzter Besuch dort :)

(Translated by Google) A really nice evening for big and small. Tim our guide is a cool guy and has really explained it very well and understandably. You can tell that the staff is there with heart and soul. (Original) Ein wirklich schöner Abend für groß und klein. Tim unser Guide ist ein cooler Typ und hat es wirklich sehr gut und verständlich erklärt. Man merk, dass das Personal mit Herz und Seele dabei ist.

Sehr anschaulich und verständlich erklärt. Sehr unterhaltsam und lustig. Es hat uns sehr gut gefallen

(Translated by Google) Not recommended as healthy people are undesirable. (Original) Nicht zu empfehlen, da Gesunde Menschen unerwünscht sind.

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I have finally fulfilled my long-awaited plan to visit the planetarium in Cologne. And unfortunately I have to admit that I would have preferred to remain with the illusion that I had created... Aside from the fact that it seems very modest and even stunted for a city like Cologne, my chronically ill mother became ill because she was carrying a backpack in which she... who kept her medication and life support equipment, was accused by an employee who was very arrogant towards us on general suspicion of wanting to steal some pictures from them. You have to imagine that and then the astute reasoning “Who else would go to a planetarium with a backpack?” I can think of several reasons straight away, but apparently I can't assume that much cognitive flexibility in all coexisting members of the same species... She then had to leave her backpack with all the medication and equipment at the front, which almost led to the emergency doctor being called must and the tour was accompanied by a recurring warning signal. Unfortunately, the otherwise very friendly ladies were unable to improve this total human failure. So if anyone is planning a visit to the planetarium soon, be sure to leave your backpack at home...