Large-scale research facilities at the PSI West site

February 18, 2026, from 15:30 to 18:30

Experience the large-scale research facilities!

Large-scale research facilities make it possible to look into tiny objects. These gymnasium-sized facilities work in a similar way to giant microscopes, which can be used to look deep into materials. Thanks to these deep views, information can be obtained about the structure and properties of a wide variety of materials. PSI operates several such facilities at the PSI West site. They are used, for example, in research into computer memories, superconductors, protein molecules and archaeological finds. 

Participants must be at least 16 years old.

We look forward to your visit!

Exploring ground-breaking research: the new exhibition “Visiting the researchers” has 13 thematic islands that invite you on a journey through the fascinating research at PSI.
Exploring ground-breaking research: the new exhibition “Visiting the researchers” has 13 thematic islands that invite you on a journey through the fascinating research at PSI.
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An over 80-metre tall pneumatic crane towers into the sky next to the SLS building.
An over 80-metre tall pneumatic crane towers into the sky next to the SLS building.
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The tour starts at 13:00 at the PSI Visitor Center.

Language: German

Our tours are free of charge.

Since the number of participants is limited, we recommend registering early by February 17, 2026.

We look forward to your visit.

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PSI Visitor Center
Paul Scherrer Institute PSI
Forschungsstrasse 111
5232 Villigen PSI
Switzerland

+41 56 310 21 00
visitorcenter@psi.ch