Cosmodrome Genk

Whether it’s surfing the Milky Way, taking off on a flight to Mars or discovering more about the laws of nature and robotics – there’s a huge amount on offer at the Cosmodrome planetarium in the Belgian town of Genk! The latest outdoor highlight is "De Speelplaneet" – a multifaceted playground offering everything a child could wish for.

Whether for solo or group play, Playpoints such as the "Monkey Jibe",...

..."Cloud 9",...

..."Hammock",...

...and "VIP-Swing" invite little athletes to twist and swing, offering lots of fun while they’re on the move.

Even the most seasoned climbers’ mettle is tested on the sculptural "Shout" structures. Whether clambering up or down, inside or out - the planar nets, whether in the form of net funnel, climbing wall, climbing net or low-level net, can be scaled by many children simultaneously,...

...while the structure’s steel tubing additionally lends itself perfectly to being used for balancing and sliding.

For those in need of a quick breather, the "Trii"-House...

...and the rubber membrane cube offer the ideal opportunity for relaxation and retreat.

Since the planetarium is a much-visited educational establishment for school groups of widely varying age groups, it was important to create a playground that combined various play functions with diverse levels of ability.

The playground is rounded off by a sandpit for small children, comprising the "Orbit",...

…"Eddie",...

...and "Hula-Loop" Playpoints,...