Asisi Panorama opens in Konstanz: Experience the medieval city in a panoramic view

Until now, anyone who wanted a panoramic view in Konstanz had to go outside. Now this also extends inside: in the new Asisi panorama you stand in the middle of a huge representation of the city in the Middle Ages. The more than 50 meter high circular building on Lake Constance opens today. What visitors should know about entry, exhibition and views.

What is the Asisi Panorama?

The panorama is a large circular painting by the artist Yadegar Asisi. It shows constancy at the time of the council, which lasted from 1414 to 1418. Visitors stand in the middle of a circular scene and can view the medieval city from different perspectives and levels.

You can see political and religious personalities, but also scenes from people's everyday lives. Sound and light effects are intended to make the historical event more tangible.

The council brought spiritual and secular rulers from all over Europe to Constance. One of the most important goals was to overcome the division in the Catholic Church.

When does the panorama open?

The opening was originally planned for May. However, the completion of the new building was delayed. The builders cited the complicated construction of the house using hybrid wood construction as the reason. The panorama is scheduled to open to visitors for the first time today.

How big is the panorama?

The circular image covers around 3,000 square meters and is 30 meters high. It is presented in a more than 50 meter high circular building on the Seerhein. The building was built specifically for the panorama.

Is there more than the panorama?

Yes. The visit also includes an accompanying exhibition measuring around 600 square meters. It is intended to explain what happened during the council and what society looked like in the Middle Ages.

How much does entry cost?

Adults pay 18.50 euros. Ten euros are reserved for children aged six and over; reduced entry costs 16.50 euros.

How do you get there?

The Panorama is located at Reichenaustraße 110 on the Seerhein. If you come by car, you can arrive via the A81, B33 and B31. The parking garage Europabrücke is mentioned as a parking option.

The Panorama can also be reached by public transport: bus lines 6, 13 and 4 as well as the City Shuttle run from Konstanz main station in the direction of Panorama.

Can you just go there?

Yes. The Panorama will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. However, the operators recommend an online ticket with a time slot, especially during holiday periods, to avoid long waiting times.

Can you eat there too?

The building will later be expanded to include a rooftop restaurant with a terrace. From there there should be a 360 degree view over Konstanz, Lake Constance and the surrounding area. The roof terrace is scheduled to be open to the public in October.

Are there similar panoramas elsewhere?

Yes. The Konstanz Panorama is the 17th work of this type by Yadegar Asisi. Other panoramas by the artist can be found, for example, in Berlin, Dresden, Leipzig and Pforzheim.