Open Day at the DLR site in Oberpfaffenhofen

On 21 July 2019 the German Aerospace Center (DLR) in Oberpfaffenhofen will open its doors and welcome everyone with a thirst for knowledge. In addition to numerous fascinating presentations, guided tours and demonstrations at the Institutes, there will also be a varied programme of supporting events for guests. Presentations and talks will not only encompass memories of the first manned landing on the Moon 50 years ago, but also look to the future. In addition, a diverse space show presented by the DLR_School_Lab on the programme stage will explain to visitors in an entertaining yet informative way how, for example, microgravity works.

If the weather is favourable, the flying sports group will offer sightseeing flights in gliders and powered aircraft giving visitors the opportunity to view events from above. Young researchers can test their knowledge during the Open Day with the children’s quiz. In addition to this, there will also be a painting and crafts corner, as well as other great items including the voluntary fire brigade and the Bavarian Red Cross. DLR’s cafeteria and numerous food stands will provide refreshments with a variety of meals and beverages. There will also be live music from two bands and a DJ. The DLR recruiting team provides you with information about entry opportunities at its career stand.

Admission and Opening Times:

• Admission is free of charge.
• Event time: 10:00 – 17:00
  Please note that the last admission is at 16:00!

Please pay attention to our event guidelines:

• During the event, photography and/or filming will be taking place, which may be used for the purposes of reporting and general publicity in various media. On entering the premises, you consent to the possibility that you may appear in photographs or videos.
• Please do not bring heavy luggage and rucksacks. During the event, our security personnel will be carrying out random inspections. Thank you for your understanding.
• Animals are not permitted at the venue.
• Instructions given on notices and signs must be observed.
• Smoking is prohibited inside the building. Outside the building, smoking is only permitted in the designated areas.
• Bicycles, scooters, skateboards and similar items are not permitted on the site.

Getting here:

• Please use public transport if possible – the timetable for the S-Bahn train line S8 can be found on the Munich Transport Corporation (MVG) website. There are three shuttle buses from the S-Bahn stations Neugilching and Weßling, which provide a regular shuttle service between the train stations and DLR.
• For visitors arriving by bicycle, parking facilities are available in front of the entrance.
• Please note that there are only a limited number of car parking spaces available outside the site. It will not be possible to park on DLR grounds on this day. You can find information on how to get to the DLR site in Oberpfaffenhofen on our website.