Brussels Planetarium, Brutalist planetarium in Heysel, Belgium.
The Brussels Planetarium features a 23-meter diameter dome screen that projects astronomical visualizations through advanced digital technology against its concrete structure.
The Royal Observatory of Belgium initiated the planetarium project in 1969, leading to its construction and official inauguration on September 28, 1976.
The planetarium presents astronomical films and organizes educational programs that connect students and visitors with space science through immersive experiences.
Located at Avenue de Boechoutlaan 10, the planetarium welcomes visitors Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and weekends from 10:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
The facility transforms cosmic signals into musical notes during specialized workshops, creating an intersection between astronomy and sound exploration.
Location: Laeken
Inception: 1969
Official opening: September 28, 1976
Architectural style: brutalist architecture
Operator: Royal Observatory of Belgium
Phone: +3224747050
Email: planetarium@planetarium.be
Website: https://planetarium.be
GPS coordinates: 50.89341,4.33731
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:41
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