Visitor regulations: Arche Nebra

Visitor Regulations – Arche Nebra

We look forward to welcoming you to the Arche Nebra Visitor Centre and the discovery site of the Nebra Sky Disc on the Mittelberg. To ensure a pleasant visit for everyone and to protect the building, exhibition and outdoor area, we kindly ask you to observe the following guidelines.

Key information for your visit

Dogs: Dogs are not permitted in the exhibition areas. After consultation, dogs may wait on a leash in the foyer or panoramic café.
Bags & Cloakroom: Large bags, backpacks, suitcases and bulky items must be stored in the lockers or cloakroom.
Food & Drinks: Food and beverages are not permitted in the exhibition rooms or the planetarium.
Mittelberg: Visiting the Mittelberg is free of charge. Access by private motor vehicles is not permitted; parking is available at the Arche Nebra.
Photography: Photography is permitted for private use (except in the planetarium). Commercial photography requires prior authorisation.

Access & Safety

Smoking is not permitted throughout the entire building, including the use of e-cigarettes.
Access may be denied to persons who appear to be under the influence of alcohol for safety reasons.
Bicycles, e-scooters, skateboards, kick scooters and inline skates are not permitted inside the building.
Visitors are liable for any damage caused by their behaviour, including accidental triggering of the alarm system.

Cloakroom & Lockers

Cloakroom facilities and lockers in various sizes are available in the foyer and basement during opening hours. No liability can be accepted for belongings stored there.

Exhibition & Planetarium

Eating and drinking are not permitted in the exhibition rooms or the planetarium.
Dogs and other animals are not allowed in these areas.
Large bags, suitcases, bulky items, walking sticks and selfie sticks must be stored in the lockers.
Exceptions apply for prams, medically required mobility aids and wheelchairs.

Please avoid loud noises. Mobile phones should be set to silent mode. Please make phone calls outside the exhibition areas.

Information on Bringing Dogs

Dogs are generally not permitted in the exhibition areas.

However, in the foyer and panoramic café, dogs may wait on a leash and under the supervision of a companion, upon request – provided that other visitors are not disturbed.

Please enter the visitor centre without your dog first and contact our ticket desk staff. They will be happy to inform you about the available options on site.

Children & Groups

Children and school groups may only enter the exhibition areas when accompanied by a supervising adult. Running, rough play and throwing objects are not permitted for safety reasons.

Emergencies & Video Surveillance

In the event of a fire alarm or other emergency, please follow staff instructions and leave the building calmly and promptly via the marked emergency exits.

Parts of the exhibition areas and the planetarium are under video surveillance for security purposes. The recordings serve to protect visitors, staff and property.

The video surveillance is operated by Kulturbetriebe Burgenlandkreis GmbH as the operator of the Arche Nebra. Recordings are generally stored for a maximum of seven days and are then automatically deleted, unless they are required in individual cases to clarify a security incident or to enforce legal claims. In such cases, the data may be transmitted to the competent authorities or other authorised bodies.

The legal basis for video surveillance is our legitimate interest in accordance with Article 6(1)(f) GDPR, in particular for the protection of persons and property. Further information on your rights (e.g. access or deletion) can be found in our Privacy Policy.

Visiting the Mittelberg

Visiting the Mittelberg is free of charge.
Access is possible on foot, by bicycle, e-scooter or via the authorised bus service.
Private motor vehicles are not permitted on the Mittelberg.
Parking is available below the Arche Nebra (barrier-free parking spaces directly in front of the building).

Dogs are permitted on the Mittelberg but must be kept on a leash and handled considerately towards other visitors and the natural environment.

Safety & Nature Protection

Use of the outdoor area is at your own risk.
Please do not damage or litter facilities, paths or natural areas.
Open fires, barbecuing, camping and overnight stays are not permitted.
Please do not leave litter. Smoking in forests is generally prohibited in Saxony-Anhalt from 15 February to 15 October.

Respectful Conduct

We kindly ask all visitors to treat each other with respect and consideration. No one should be obstructed, offended or harassed.

Discriminatory, extremist or dehumanising statements and symbols are not permitted anywhere on the premises. This includes in particular racist, antisemitic, sexist or far-right content, as well as symbols representing unconstitutional organisations.

Guided Tours & Events

Guided tours at the Arche Nebra and the Mittelberg are organised exclusively by Arche Nebra.
Third-party guided tours are not permitted.
Unregistered events or gatherings are not allowed.
Commercial activities (e.g. sale of goods or services) require prior approval.
Posters, banners, flyers, newspapers and other printed materials may not be distributed without authorisation.

Photography & Filming

Photography and filming are permitted for private purposes, except in the planetarium.
Commercial photo, film and audio recordings require prior written permission.
Tour guides may only be photographed or filmed with their explicit consent.

Tour guides and staff of the Arche Nebra are entitled to document events and special situations using technical equipment (e.g. photo or video devices).

House Rules

The staff and tour guides of the Arche Nebra exercise house rules on behalf of the operator. They are authorised to ensure compliance with these regulations and to issue instructions where necessary.

In the event of repeated or serious violations, visitors may be asked to leave the Arche Nebra and the Mittelberg.

Operator & Contact

Kulturbetriebe Burgenlandkreis GmbH
An der Steinklöbe 16
06642 Nebra
Tel.: +49 34461 2552-0
E-mail: info☉himmelsscheibe-erleben.de