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The sky is putting on a show. Between February 24 and March 2, six planets will gather in the sky at the same time. It’s a cosmic parade that rarely occurs: Venus shines like a spotlight, Jupiter reigns in the south, and even swift Mercury dares to emerge from hiding. But the best thing you can do is look up yourself.
When and where can you see the planets?
The observation window is clear: it lies between sunset and about 9:30 PM (CET). If the sky is clear, you’ll be able to spot Venus, Jupiter, and Saturn with the naked eye. Mercury is a bit more challenging, as it hugs the horizon. For Uranus and Neptune, you’ll need binoculars or a telescope.
Venus, Jupiter, and Saturn shine brightly enough to be seen without any aids. Mercury is also visible, but it’s a challenge near the horizon. For Uranus and Neptune, binoculars or a telescope are a must.
These planets are lined up
Mercury: Mercury had its evening visibility peak in February and still skims low along the western horizon. It appears nearly at the same height as Venus, just about 5 degrees apart. Simply grab a pair of binoculars and pan slightly to the right. And bingo! There it is, glowing in your field of view. Very important: choose a location with a completely unobstructed view of the horizon. But don’t wait too long—both planets dip below the horizon around 7 PM.
Venus: Venus beams like a cosmic spotlight low in the southwest and naturally draws the eye. It will remain our loyal companion until mid-March.
Jupiter: After dusk, our largest planet appears prominently in the southern sky and is the brightest object after Venus and the Moon.
Saturn: Saturn is still visible but is leaning heavily toward the western horizon. In just a few days, it will fade into the twilight.
Uranus & Neptune: Uranus (between Taurus and Aries) remains visible until mid-April. Neptune is less than a degree to the right of Saturn—a perfect opportunity to catch both planets through a telescope.
It’s best to grab your favorite stargazing app to pinpoint the exact positions in the sky.
You’ll find telescopes, a pair of binoculars, or astronomical glasses and other suitable accessories for your observations right here in our shop—feel free to browse our product range. Thanks to our fast shipping, in-stock items will arrive at your doorstep within just a few days.
