Arche Nebra

The "Arche Nebra" takes you on an exciting journey back in time 3,600 years ago. The visitor center is located on the Mittelberg Plateau, where the Nebra Sky Disc was discovered in 1999. Inside the building, you will learn why this mysterious bronze disc is considered a "century find of archaeology" and what makes the discovery site a special place.

Permanent Exhibition

The permanent exhibition reveals the dimensions of this enigmatic discovery. Extensive trade relations, astonishing craftsmanship, and fascinating astronomical knowledge give you an idea of how advanced the Bronze Age cultures were. Through audio guides, virtual characters wandering through the showcases, films, comics, and even a puppet theater, the visit to the Nebra Ark Visitor Center becomes a unique experience.

Planetarium

The visitor center boasts one of the few digital planetariums in Germany, making it the centerpiece of the "Arche Nebra". The show takes you on a fascinating journey into the universe of the Bronze Age. Under the dome, the complex astronomical knowledge encrypted on the Sky Disc becomes understandable.

The Nebra Sky Disc was discovered by looters in 1999. However, it was only in the year 2002 that it was seized in Basel. Even back then, it became evident that many people were fascinated by the mysterious bronze disc. As a result, in 2003, a coordination group at the state level and a regional working group were established to develop the discovery site for tourism. In October 2005, the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of the "Arche Nebra" took place, and finally, in June 2007, it was opened to the public.

From Leipzig, you drive on the A38 motorway until Exit 20-Querfurt. Then, you turn right and follow the L176/Döcklitzer Tor road. After approximately 4.5 kilometers, you turn left onto the B180. Continue driving on the B250 towards Nebra. At the train station, turn right and keep going until you reach your destination.