Euro Space Center

About the museum

The Euro Space Center opened its doors in June 1991 in Transinne, in the municipality of Libin, close to the centre of the European Space Agency in Redu. The idea arose from the wish of the Province of Luxembourg to make the most of this space heritage: a Europa rocket, first displayed near the Redu station, was moved to the site, and the project drew inspiration from the American “Space Camps” model. Since then the centre has been supported by the intercommunal IDELUX, the Province of Luxembourg and the Belgian federal authorities.

Over the years the offer has expanded: courses for young people, school stays, the founding in 1994 of the Euro Space Society under the patronage of Belgian astronaut Dirk Frimout, and new shows such as “A Space Odyssey” in 2000. A major renovation, launched in 2019 with a budget of about €13 million, reworked the route and added new attractions.

Today the “Journée du spationaute” (Astronaut Day) offers eleven immersive activities, from simulated walks on the Moon or Mars to the planetarium, including free-fall and rotation simulators. The Mars Explorer, presented as the latest novelty, completes the route. The site also hosts courses, birthday parties, school groups and corporate events.

Highlights

• “Journée du spationaute” with eleven immersive activities
• Moonwalk XP and Marswalk XP to simulate walking on the Moon and Mars
• Space Rotor, Free Fall Slide and Space Show 5D
• Planetarium and Mars Village
• Europa rocket visible from the E411 motorway

Permanent exhibition

• Journée du spationaute – Free-roaming circuit of eleven immersive activities, from simulators and the planetarium to the Mars Village and Space Show 5D.

Founded

1991

Admission & discounts

Rates for the “Journée du spationaute”. Booking online in advance saves €2 per ticket. Parking is free.

Accessibility

• Partially wheelchair accessible
• Elevator
• Accessible restroom
• Accessible parking
• Service dogs welcome
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: not available
• Easy-to-read materials: not available
• Audio description: no information

The main entrance has automatic revolving doors, which are not accessible by wheelchair: a side door with a doorbell provides access. The reception counter has a lowered section, the building has several floors served by lifts, and accessible toilets are located near reception. Many activities are wheelchair-accessible, except Moonwalk/Marswalk XP, Space Rotor and Free Fall Slide. Assistance dogs are admitted. Staff are not trained in sign language or lip-reading, and there are no easy-read documents. A quiet area is available, and a morning visit is recommended to avoid the crowds.

Kids & families

Great for kids & familiesRecommended for ages 6+

• Family tours & workshops
• Hands-on stations
• Stroller-friendly
• Playground / play area
• Kids’ birthday parties

The centre recommends visits from age 6 for the educational content. Pushchairs are allowed, but some rooms have stairs. Playground outside. Birthday parties of 2 hours 30 minutes for at least 10 children (Astrokids for ages 6 to 8, Enigma Kids for ages 9 to 12) on Wednesdays, Saturdays and during holidays, with a parent present. Children's courses during holidays and family weekends.

Getting there & parking

The building is near the E411 motorway (exit 24); the Europa rocket makes it easy to spot.

Amenities & dining

• Café
• Restaurant
• Museum shop
• Lockers
• Wi-Fi

Self-service restaurant (Voyager Café), open 9:00 to 17:00, with hot meals from 11:30 to 15:00. Picnics are welcome outdoors; in case of rain, eat in the restaurant with at least one drink per person. A few lockers at the entrance (bring a €1 or €2 coin). Free public Wi-Fi inside the centre.

Events & venue rental

• Spaces for rent
• Corporate events

Up to 600 guests.

Seminars for 10 to 150 people on weekdays (auditorium and multipurpose rooms, Wi-Fi), family day with full private hire for up to 600 people at weekends and during holidays, and bespoke events. Team building for 15 to 75 people with five simulators, Monday to Thursday outside school holidays.

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