Earth Explorer

The course is divided into four thematic zones dedicated to the natural elements – earth, water, fire, and air – featuring over 50 interactive activities to understand the forces shaping our planet.

The project was initiated by Belgian astronaut Dirk Frimout, the first Belgian in space during the STS-45 mission on the Atlantis shuttle in 1992, who inaugurated the center in May 2004.

This museum makes natural sciences accessible to all ages through hands-on experiences that turn the learning of terrestrial phenomena into entertaining and educational discovery.

Located near Fort Napoléon, the museum features a Richter 7 earthquake simulator that mimics the movements of an earthquake, and an immersive cinema called The Abyss to explore the ocean depths.

In the air section, the Twister simulator recreates the conditions of a real American tornado with winds reaching 100 km/h, allowing visitors to physically experience the power of this weather phenomenon.

Location: Ostend

Inception: May 2004

Website: http://earthexplorer.be

GPS coordinates: 51.23780,2.93874

Latest update: November 20, 2025 17:08