Cover picture: The Flying Dragon Nebula by photographer Luca Bartek

Immerse yourself in the magic of the night sky: at the Swiss Museum of Transport Planetarium, we present the 12 most impressive images from the Swiss Astro Imaging Contest 2025. The winning images unfold their full beauty embedded in the immersive projection of the planetarium - an experience that makes the cosmos seem close enough to touch.

In addition to the award-winning photographs, you can expect an exclusive look behind the scenes of astrophotography:

How does the telescope find the objects in the night sky - and how does it always remain precisely aligned with the target despite the Earth's rotation?

What role do different filters play and why do you need them for certain celestial objects?

What technology is needed to be able to look into the depths of the universe - and how complex is the setup?

Can you achieve impressive results with simple equipment - or do you always need high-end devices?

Experience live how images of unimaginable depth and elegance are created using the latest technology

- from the telescope to the camera to image processing.

The fascination of the stars can thus be experienced directly.

Let yourself be inspired, exchange ideas with like-minded people and

celebrate with us the passion for the beauty of the universe.

Programme:

Welcome and introduction
by the director of the Swiss Museum of Transport Planetarium and the president of the SAIA - Swiss Astro Imaging Association.

Live presentation of astrophotography
Presentation of a complete astrophotography setup: How does the technology work, what steps are necessary, and how does an inconspicuous point in the sky become a breathtaking image?

Presentation of the winning images
The 12 best images of the competition - embedded in the impressive projection of the planetarium, supplemented by exciting details about the locations, technology and special features.

Aperitif and discussion
To round off the event, we cordially invite you to a small aperitif - with the opportunity for discussions and encounters in an inspiring atmosphere.

Language:

Mainly in English