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Euro Space Center

4 · 4,734 reviews
Educational and high-tech
Euro Space Center, Devant les Hêtres 1, 6890 Libin, Belgium
Interesting facts
1

The park features a replica of the American Space Shuttle, specifically the 'Atlantis' orbiter, for ground-level inspection.

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It hosts a 'Moon Walk' simulator that allows visitors to experience one-sixth of Earth's gravity.

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The facility includes a 'Mars Village' exhibition highlighting future colonization challenges.

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The planetarium uses a digital projection system to display celestial events beyond human vision.

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The site was established to promote European Space Agency (ESA) achievements to the public.

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The complex houses an extensive collection of historical space suits used in various international programs.

Overview

The Euro Space Center is a specialized space-themed educational park located in the Belgian Ardennes. It features permanent interactive exhibits covering space exploration history, rocket technology, and planetary science. The center houses a large planetarium that offers daily immersive projections of the night sky. Visitors can access a multi-axis trainer simulator designed to replicate astronaut disorientation. A key feature is the replica of the International Space Station (ISS) available for guided walkthroughs. The outdoor area includes a reproduction of the Space Shuttle and various rocket models. The park is designed primarily for school groups and families interested in aerospace engineering. The site serves as a hub for science communication in the Wallonia region.

Photo spot

Beside the full-scale Space Shuttle replica in the outdoor courtyard.

Insider tips

Download the park map in advance to prioritize the scheduled simulator sessions, as these often have queue management systems.

Check the daily program upon arrival to align your walkthrough with the live demonstrations held in the planetarium.

Wear comfortable, flat-soled shoes to move between the outdoor rocket displays and indoor exhibition halls.

What to avoid

Do not plan a visit without checking the online calendar for school holiday closures, as the center occasionally reserves time for large private groups.

Good to know

Closed on certain Mondays and Tuesdays outside of school holidays; check the website for seasonal maintenance closures.

Plan your visit
Typical visit
4-5 hours
Best time to visit
Weekday mornings during the shoulder season (May, June, or September) to avoid peak school group crowds.
Address
Euro Space Center, Devant les Hêtres 1, 6890 Libin, Belgium
50.008, 5.219
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Details
Key exhibitsISS module replica, Space Shuttle Atlantis model, Moon Walk simulator

Frequently asked

Plan for about 4-5 hours to see the highlights.

The best time to visit is Weekday mornings during the shoulder season (May, June, or September) to avoid peak school group crowds..

Beside the full-scale Space Shuttle replica in the outdoor courtyard.

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