Gasometer Oberhausen
FOREST WORLDS
At 117,5 metres high, the Gasometer Oberhausen the city's landmark. It was put into operation over 90 years ago as a disc-shaped gas tank, and since 1994 it has been Europe's highest exhibition hall. From world-famous artists such as Christo and Bill Viola, to the "Sternstunden" and the "Welt der Wunder" - a total of 17 spectacular exhibitions with over ten million visitors have already taken place in the former industrial giant. The observation deck on the roof also offers guests a unique panoramic view of the Ruhr metropolis when the weather is good.
Following the successful exhibition "Planet Ocean" with over 1,6 million visitors, the next sensational project is now underway at Gasometer Oberhausen The exhibition “Mythos Wald” (Forest Worlds), running from March 20 to December 30, 2026, showcases award-winning photographs and videos about the complex ecosystem of the global forest landscape, seamlessly continuing the socially relevant theme of its predecessor exhibition on human-induced climate change. A visual highlight is the light installation of a gigantic tree inside the industrial monument.
46047 Oberhausen
Phone: + 49 208 8503730
eMail: info@gasometer.de
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Due to renovation work for the new exhibition "Forest Worlds", the Gasometer Oberhausen Closed from December 1, 2025 to March 19, 2026.
The opening hours of the Gasometer Oberhausen are Tuesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 18 p.m. During school holidays in North Rhine-Westphalia and on public holidays, the Gasometer is also open on Mondays from 10 a.m. to 18 p.m. Opening hours may vary during special events.
Adults: 14 €, reduced: 11 €
Family ticket: 33 € (2 adults & up to 5 children up to 17 years)
Students & teachers (in class): 4 €
Groups (15 people or more): 11 €
Season ticket: 32 €
Combined ticket LUDWIGGALERIE Schloss Oberhausen: €15
Combined ticket LVR-Industriemuseum: €14,50
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