phæno? We say “phenomenal” when we find something great. A natural spectacle that impresses us can also be “phenomenal”: a rainbow, lightning, or the surge of the ocean. A phenomenon is what we can see, hear, feel – anything that appears to us.

phæno makes underlying themes of natural science and technology lucid and vivid for everyone: an experience for all the senses! Inside this unconventional “Science Centre”, you can choose your own personal path towards a deeper understanding of the world – fascinated by the beauty of the phenomena and with pride in the success of your own experiments.

An entirely new world of discovery has been spatially created for this purpose – the superlative structure designed by the Pritzker Prizewinning architect Zaha Hadid next to the ICE rail line in Wolfsburg, at the crossroads between the Autostadt, the city and the railway station.

It absorbs the visitor straight away within its vibrant interior, a setting that continuously rekindles the vital spirit of curiosity.

Find out more about our incredibly varied programme of offers and events (see informations below). More information you find in the Internet at www.phaeno.com or by calling 0180/10 60 600.

 250 Experimental Stations – to marvel at and to try out…

… a rodeo gyroscope, a fire tornado, floating objects, visible sounds, running on a disk and not getting anywhere, a game where ambition doesn't win, pocketsize weather, suitcases with a mind of their own, mysteriously disappearing and reappearing visitors, and much, much more!

The labs – to join in and do research of your own.

The three hands-on laboratories offer first-hand insight into the world of nature and technology.

The Science Theatre – the place for thrilling science shows

With space for 230 visitors, the Science Theatre is the ideal venue for spectacular science shows, experimental lectures, special performances, or talks with stars from the worlds of science and culture.

The Ideas Forum – a wealth of brainstorms and good ideas!

A platform for creative people – the place for new ideas and deepened insights.

phæno – the largest traversable sculpture in Germany

The structure created by the star architect Zaha Hadid has many interesting faces. What is it really? An adventure landscape with craters, hills, caverns and plateaus? Or a spaceship taking off? Decide for yourself!

Round tours of the architecture – space as pure experience!

1.5 hours, for 10 people or more (maximum group size 25 people)

adults: 70 € per group plus entrance fee
students: 35 € per group plus entrance fee

For reservations call +49 (0) 53 61 89 01 00, organisers: City of Wolfsburg Architecture Forum. Reservations must be made at least one week in advance.

If desired, the tours can also be combined with other guided architectural excursions in Wolfsburg.

Shop – supermarket of knowledge

Over 5,000 products such as experiment sets, construction kits, models, games, popular science books, and a host of other items…

Restaurants – rendezvous for epicures

Lovers of good cuisine can enjoy a broad range of culinary delights from Germany and various Mediterranean countries on three floors of phaeno – freely accessible without the admission charge – until well into the evening: in the “Coffee bar”, in the “Restaurant da Vinci” (50 seats), in the inexpensive self-service restaurant “Cantina italiana” (140 seats), in the “Sirius banquet” (180/320 seats) events area for parties, conventions, talks, corporate hospitality, business entertainment, and more…

phæno – your space for events of the special kind

phæno offers companies, institutions and private individuals the chance to stage their own events in a truly spectacular venue. You can book our various facilities by calling 0180/10 60 600.