Educational School Trip in Wallonia at the Euro Space Center

Educational School Trip in Wallonia at the Euro Space Center

Organizing a school trip today is about much more than simply taking students out of the classroom. Teachers are increasingly looking for experiences that bring learning to life, capture students’ attention, and create lasting memories.

Located in the Province of Luxembourg, in the heart of the Belgian Ardennes, the Euro Space Center offers a unique immersive approach in Wallonia. Easily accessible from Brussels, Liège, and Luxembourg, the center welcomes more than 25,000 students every year, inviting them to take part in a real space mission that combines discovery, experimentation, and teamwork.

Whether you are looking for an educational school trip, a school excursion, a school journey, or an end-of-year school trip idea, the Euro Space Center offers programs tailored to all educational levels.

Why organize an immersive and educational school trip?

Today’s teachers are looking for school trip ideas that complement classroom learning while inspiring and motivating students. A well-designed educational stay transforms abstract concepts into concrete and memorable experiences.

Through immersive activities, students become active participants in their own learning. They observe, experiment, collaborate, and discover new subjects through realistic or simulated situations. This approach not only improves knowledge retention but also helps develop essential skills such as teamwork, communication, and critical thinking.

The Euro Space Center: a unique and original educational school trip in Wallonia

A unique setting in the Belgian province of Luxembourg, in the heart of the Ardennes.

Every year, more than 25,000 students take part in primary and secondary school trips within our facilities. For over 35 years, the Euro Space Center has been dedicated to making space and science accessible to everyone through an approach based on experimentation, immersion, and emotion.

Students explore a unique environment featuring astronaut-training-inspired simulators, interactive modules, hands-on experimentation areas, and educational facilities specifically designed for school groups.

Easily accessible via the E411 motorway, the center also offers a large free parking area located directly at the entrance, making the logistics of school excursions simple and convenient.

Educational activities adapted to every school level

Programs are tailored according to students’ age and educational level, ensuring an experience that is relevant, engaging, and enriching.

Activities for kindergarten

The youngest learners discover space through interactive activities, captivating stories, and age-appropriate experiments. The main objective is to stimulate their curiosity, creativity, and imagination.

Activities for primary school students

Programs designed for primary school classes combine discovery, experimentation, and active participation. Scientific concepts are introduced in a simple and practical way, encouraging both understanding and wonder.

Activities for secondary school students

Secondary school students explore physical phenomena, space technologies, and the challenges of space exploration in greater depth. Depending on the profile of the class, instructors also adapt their approach.

Classes with a strong scientific focus can delve deeper into technological and scientific concepts, while classes with a greater interest in history can explore the major milestones of space exploration and their impact on society.

School day trips and residential stays: which option should you choose?

School excursions: several ways to discover space

For schools wishing to organize a one-day educational trip or school excursion, several programs are available.

The Visit (2 hours)

This program offers an excellent introduction to the world of space. Students discover the International Space Station, learn about the daily life of astronauts, and observe various technologies used in space exploration. Depending on the age of the group, some students may also have the opportunity to experience lunar or Martian walking simulations.

Mission ISS (3.5 hours)

This half-day program immerses students more deeply in the fundamental principles of space exploration. Activities include discovering space, understanding gravity, training on simulators, and exploring the world of astronauts through immersive experiences.

Mission Ariane (6.5 hours)

This full-day program offers an even more immersive experience. In addition to astronaut-training simulators, students take part in a micro-rocket construction and launch workshop, one of the most popular activities. It provides a practical and engaging way to understand the principles of rocket propulsion.

Residential school stays (2 to 5 days): a fully immersive experience

Educational residential stays allow students to enjoy a far more immersive experience than a traditional one-day trip. They are also an excellent option for a school journey or end-of-year trip that combines learning, team building, and discovery.

Programs are available in 2-day, 3-day, or 5-day formats and are designed for young people aged 9 to 18, with a minimum of 16 participants.

A version adapted for younger children is also available through the Space Classes Junior program, designed for children aged 5 to 8.

During their stay, students take part in:

• A complete space mission
• Training sessions on astronaut simulators
• Scientific workshops
• Team-building activities
• Experiences inspired by real space missions

They will discover activities such as building and launching micro-rockets, integrating a satellite in a clean room environment, and experiencing the different stages of a space mission, from launch to return to Earth.

Accommodation and catering for school residential stays

The Euro Space Center offers 240 beds distributed across 24 rooms, each accommodating up to 10 participants.

Each room includes its own bathroom equipped with two showers, two sinks, and toilets. The rooms are spread across three themed floors: Earth, Mars, and Sky.

A night supervisor is present on site throughout the stay to ensure the safety and well-being of all participants.

Meals are served at the Voyager Café. Specific menus can be provided to accommodate students' dietary requirements and eating habits, including vegetarian, pork-free, gluten-free, lactose-free, and other culturally adapted meal options.

A teaching approach adapted to every group

The programs are designed to support the educational objectives of schools. While the activities follow a structured framework, instructors naturally adapt their explanations and the topics covered according to the students’ age, educational level, and interests.

FAQ — School Trips to the Euro Space Center

What activities are available for primary school classes?

Primary school students take part in immersive activities adapted to their age and educational level. Depending on the chosen program, they may discover the International Space Station, experience lunar or Martian walking simulations, build and launch micro-rockets, or participate in a team-based space mission.

The goal is to make classroom concepts tangible, engaging, and accessible.

How much does a school trip to the Euro Space Center cost?

The price depends on several factors, including the chosen program (2-hour Visit, Mission ISS, Mission Ariane, or Space Classes), the number of participants, and the duration of the stay.

A complete pricing guide is available on our website. Our team can also help you select the program that best matches your educational objectives and budget.

Is the Euro Space Center accessible by public transport?

Yes. The Euro Space Center is located in Transinne, in the Province of Luxembourg, and can be reached by public transport via the railway stations of Libramont and Jemelle, which are connected to the center by bus services.

For school groups, however, traveling by coach remains the most practical option. A free parking area is available directly at the entrance for coaches and accompanying vehicles.

Can the program be adapted to the educational objectives of the class?

The programs follow a clearly defined educational structure, but instructors adapt their explanations and certain content according to the students’ age, educational level, and interests.

A science-oriented class may explore scientific and technological concepts in greater depth, while a class with a stronger interest in history or geography may focus more on the history of space exploration and its impact on society.

Is educational supervision provided on site?

Yes. All activities are supervised by trained Space Instructors experienced in working with school groups and the various topics covered during the programs.

Their role is to guide students throughout their discoveries while adapting their explanations to the level of each group.

For residential stays, a night supervisor is also present on site to ensure the safety of participants.

From what age can students participate in a school trip to the Euro Space Center?

The Euro Space Center welcomes kindergarten, primary, and secondary school groups.

Activities and educational content are adapted to each age group to ensure an experience that is relevant, accessible, and enriching for all students.

Which option should you choose: a school excursion or a residential stay?

A school excursion is ideal for discovering the world of space during a half-day or full-day visit, while a residential stay offers a deeper level of immersion through several days of activities, workshops, and space missions.

The Space Classes programs are particularly recommended for schools looking to strengthen group cohesion while developing a multi-day educational project.

Where can you organize an original school trip in Belgium?

If you are looking for an original educational experience that combines discovery, experimentation, and immersion, the Euro Space Center is a unique destination in Wallonia.

Located in the heart of the Belgian Ardennes, the center welcomes more than 25,000 students every year to experience a genuine space adventure through simulators, interactive workshops, and missions inspired by the daily lives of astronauts.