Astronomy evening: Planet night

Saturday, 23/11/2024 18:00
Astronomy evening: Planet night

Astronomy evening: Planet night

Saturday, 23/11/2024 18:00
By means of clear explanations, participants learn about the impressive properties of the solar system and the universe. Professionals from the Astroevents association explain the astronomical concepts with the help of easy-to-understand models. In the practical part, interesting information is provided about the constellations, while the stars and planets can be observed through several professional telescopes.

Theme on November 23, 2024: Planet night
This evening, almost all the planets are visible in the evening sky. Venus and Mercury are only just visible at the beginning of the night. As the evening progresses, you will be able to observe the gas giants, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune. Shortly after 22:00, the red planet Mars will also appear in the evening sky. The event is complemented by an introduction with exciting explanations of the planets and the moon.

Program:
6 p.m.–6.45 p.m., welcome and aperitif
6:45 p.m.–8 p.m., interactive information on astronomy
8 p.m.–9:45 p.m., starter, main course and dessert buffet
9:45 p.m.–11 p.m., stargazing through professional telescopes
11:45 p.m., last departure of the Gurten funicular

Venue: Kulturschür UPtown & Observatory, Gurten – Park im Grünen

Price:
CHF 79 including food and beverages
CHF 49 for children aged 7–14

The offer does not include the Gurten funicular ticket.

Age restriction: we recommend the astronomy evening for anyone over the age of 12.

The astronomy evenings are organized in cooperation with Astro Events and are held in German.

All orders are binding.
Tickets cannot be refunded.
Category Price (VAT included) Quantity
Children
for children aged 7–14
CHF 49.00
Adults
including food and beverage
CHF 79.00
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