Zeiss Planetarium Bochum, Bochum

Name: Zeiss Planetarium Bochum
Address: Castroper Str. 67, Bochum, 44791, Germany
Telephone: +49 234 516060

#25 among attractions in Bochum

Specialty museum, Museum, Observatories and planetariums

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Facts and practical information

Bochum Planetarium is one of the most visited star theaters in Europe. It is located near the Ruhr Stadium on the northeastern edge of downtown Bochum in the Ruhr region. The planetarium was built in 1964 as the first large German planetarium of the post-war period. In the meantime, it has been listed as a historical monument.

The circular building houses a large screening room with the row of folding back chairs arranged around a main projector. The ceiling is the projection surface. A kind of gallery surrounds the hall. In an adjacent building there are other facilities for the operation of the planetarium.

Each year, the planetarium hosts more than 2,400 scientific and artistic events. These include lectures, presentations on astronomical and other topics, and children's shows. In 2019, the Bochum Planetarium was visited by about 304,000 people.

Coordinates: 51°29'7"N, 7°13'40"E

Address

Castroper Str. 67Bochum Mitte (Mitte)Bochum 44791 Germany

Contact

+49 234 516060

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Day trips

Zeiss Planetarium Bochum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: German Mining Museum, Ruhrstadion, Anneliese Brost Musikforum Ruhr, Schauspiel Bochum.

0.5 miNW
Museum, Specialty museum, Science museum
German Mining Museum, Bochum
14 min walk • Deep beneath the surface of Bochum, Germany, lies a treasure trove of industrial heritage—the German Mining Museum. This captivating institution is not only a museum but an adventure, offering a profound insight into the world of mining that has shaped the region...
0.5 miNE
Outdoor activities, Football, Arenas and stadiums
Ruhrstadion, Bochum
13 min walk • Ruhrstadion, known as Vonovia Ruhrstadion due to a sponsorship deal, is a football stadium in Bochum, Germany. It is the home ground for the VfL Bochum and has a capacity of 27,599.
0.8 miSW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Concert hall
Anneliese Brost Musikforum Ruhr, Bochum
21 min walk • The Anneliese Brost Musikforum Ruhr is a music hall for classical music. It is located in Bochum, Germany. It was opened on 28 October 2016.
1 miSW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Schauspiel Bochum, Bochum
26 min walk • The Schauspiel Bochum is one of the notable drama theatresin Germany, playing at the Schauspielhaus Bochum in Bochum, North Rhine-Westphalia. Eric de Vroedt is an established guest director at the theatre.
0.7 miW
Universities and schools
Technische Hochschule Georg Agricola, Bochum
18 min walk • The Technische Hochschule Georg Agricola is a state-accredited, private university of applied sciences based in Bochum, Germany.
~1970 ftSW
Church
Propsteikirche St. Peter und Paul, Bochum
10 min walk • The Catholic provost church of St. Peter and Paul is the oldest and until 1655 the only church in Bochum. It is counted among the twelve oldest churches in Westphalia.
0.5 miSW
Church
St. Paulus Church, Bochum
13 min walk • The Protestant Pauluskirche is a listed church building in Bochum-Mitte in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.
~1790 ftN
51°29'25"N • 7°13'38"E
Zoo Bochum, Bochum
9 min walk • Aquarium, Outdoor activities, Park
~1700 ftNW
Museum, Specialty museum
Kunstmuseum Bochum, Bochum
9 min walk • Museum Bochum - Kunstsammlung is an art museum in the Stadtpark district of Bochum. It is located at the northern end of Bochum's Kortumstraße. Across the street from the museum is the Bochum Stadtpark, including some steel art objects.
0.8 miW
Street
Im Winkel, Bochum
22 min walk • Im Winkel, together with Gußstahlstraße, has been the red-light district of Bochum, Germany, since the early part of the 20th century. The local names for the street are "Eierberg", "Gurke", "Riemenschleifer" or "Riemenwalzwerk".
~1460 ftSW
Neighbourhood
Bochum-Innenstadt, Bochum
8 min walk • ' is a part of the city of Bochum in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany including Gleisdreieck. It is located in the Ruhr area, the most populous German agglomeration. It includes the central business district of Bochum. Gleisdreieck is limited by railway lines.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Zeiss Planetarium Bochum open?

Zeiss Planetarium Bochum is open:

Monday 9 am - 3:30 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 3:30 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 3:30 pm
Thursday 9 am - 3:30 pm
Friday 9 am - 3:30 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Zeiss Planetarium Bochum?

Nearby attractions include Erich-Mendel-Platz, Bochum (2 min walk), Luther Church, Bochum (4 min walk), Iron Report, Bochum (4 min walk), Bochum-Innenstadt, Bochum (8 min walk).

How to get to Zeiss Planetarium Bochum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Zeiss Planetarium Bochum:

Tram

Planetarium • Lines: 308, 316, 318 (4 min walk)
Bochum Hauptbahnhof • Lines: 302, 305, 306, 308, 310, 316, 318 (13 min walk)

Bus

Hauptbahnhof (12 min walk)

Metro

Bochum Hauptbahnhof • Lines: U35 (13 min walk)
Rathaus • Lines: U35 (14 min walk)

Train

Bochum Hauptbahnhof (14 min walk)
Bochum West (20 min walk)