Panometer Leipzig
Sachsen
Panometer Leipzig is a distinctive cultural attraction located in a former gasometer in Leipzig, Germany. Since 2003, it has been home to monumental 360° panoramic images created by the Austrian-Iranian artist Yadegar Asisi, who coined the term 'Panometer' by blending 'panorama' and 'gasometer'. The building, constructed in 1909, was renovated from 2002 to 2005 to accommodate these large-scale panoramas, which measure approximately 110 meters in circumference and 32 meters in height, making them among the largest in the world. Visitors view the panoramas from a central raised platform, enhanced by light and sound effects including simulated day-night cycles and specially composed music by Eric Babak. The themes have varied over time, featuring subjects such as Mount Everest, Ancient Rome, the Amazon rainforest, the Battle of Leipzig, the Great Barrier Reef, the Titanic, and most recently, the Antarctic landscape and New York 9/11. Each panorama is accompanied by a thematic exhibition and a film viewing room in the space between the panorama and the gasometer wall, enriching the visitor experience with historical, cultural, and natural context. The Panometer serves as a fusion of art, history, and immersive technology, offering visitors an unparalleled visual and educational journey.
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Tip: Visitors are advised that no online tickets are required and can be purchased on-site, though arriving before 2 pm is recommended to avoid queues. Using public transport is encouraged due to limited parking. The museum is open daily from 10 am to 5 pm, with occasional extended hours. Expect longer waiting times during holidays and weekends. Gift tickets are available for purchase on the official website.
Interesting facts
- •The panoramas are among the largest in the world, measuring about 110 meters in circumference and 32 meters in height.
- •The Panometer building was originally a gasometer built in 1909 and is a protected historic monument.
- •Each panorama is enhanced with sound and light effects, including a simulated day-night cycle.
- •The Belgian composer Eric Babak creates original music scores tailored to each panorama.
- •The Panometer has hosted diverse themes ranging from Mount Everest and Ancient Rome to the Titanic and Antarctic landscapes.
- •The panoramic image is printed on textile strips and assembled as a single large circular artwork.
- •The Panometer concept was created by Yadegar Asisi, who has also established similar panoramas in Dresden, Berlin, and other German cities.
History
The Panometer Leipzig is housed in a former telescopic gas holder built in 1909 by architect Hugo Licht and used until 1977 for gas storage.
After the gas production ceased, the gasometer stood unused until artist Yadegar Asisi renovated it between 2002 and 2005 to create a venue for his panoramic artworks.
The building is a protected historic monument, notable for its large circular brick structure with a diameter of nearly 57 meters and a height including the cupola of 49.4 meters.
Over the years, the Panometer has hosted a series of thematic panoramas reflecting natural, historical, and cultural subjects, establishing itself as a unique cultural institution in Leipzig.
Place Guide
Central Viewing Platform
A raised platform in the center of the Panometer from which visitors view the immersive 360° panorama, designed to create a spatial and perspective illusion.
Panoramic Textile Image
The massive panoramic artwork is digitally created by combining photographs, drawings, and paintings, then printed on textile strips and assembled into a continuous circular image around the interior walls.
Thematic Exhibition Area
Located between the panorama and the gasometer wall, this space hosts exhibitions related to the panorama's theme, including historical artifacts, models, and multimedia presentations.
Film Viewing Room
A dedicated space for screening films connected to the panorama theme, providing visitors with additional context and immersive storytelling.
Glass Foyer and Bistro2005
A modern glass foyer connects the Leipzig Panometer to an adjacent gasometer and houses a bistro where visitors can relax and refresh.
Contact
Phone: 0341 3555340
