The festive season is here again and it can be a time to think about a gift for the astronomer in your life or as treat for yourself.
To help, we’ve put together a small selection of popular gift ideas that are available from our network of Baader Planetarium dealers, our ourselves.
Gift Vouchers
Unsure of what to buy as a festive gift for someone interested in astronomy?
We offer a choice of gift vouchers that are the ideal solution for all astronomy enthusiasts at all levels. The vouchers are available in the following values:
- 50 Euro Voucher for Baader / Celestron (#9003200 , € 50,- )
- 100 Euro Voucher for Baader / Celestron (#9003201 , € 100,- )
- 200 Euro Voucher for Baader / Celestron (#9003202 , € 200,- )
The vouchers can be used for all products in our Baader www.baader-planetarium.com (and also Celestron: www.celestron.de) online shops.
After your purchase you will receive a high-quality printed voucher by post for to give personally. However if you find that time is short we can also provide it as a PDF by e-mail on request so you can send electronically or print out yourself.
Cable Management: A fun gift for tidy cabling
Cable Ties – Baader Design Black (10 pcs) (#2455055 , € 4.50 )
Don’t let a tangled mess of cables steal the magic of the night sky. With these cheerful Baader Planetarium-logo-labelled hook and loop [product sku=”2455055”], you can wrap up loose leads like ribbons on a cosmic gift, keeping your setup neat and more importantly safe.
These reusable velcro cable ties which are available in a pack of ten add a touch of order to the any cable chaos, securing power cords and camera cables so they don’t snag during your celestial . Think of them as little helpers – like elves for your optics – ensuring that every wire stays snug and tidy while you unwrap the wonders of the universe.
Keep your optics clean: Baader Optical Wonder Cleaning Set
Telescopes, eyepieces or other optical accessories will not remain in pristine “factory clean” condition for long. When exposed to the environment dust and moisture can settle on the corrector plate of an SCT/EdgeHD telescope, refractor or camera lens, eyelash grease on eyepieces, and fingerprints can accidently be put on eyepiece lenses and filters. Your optics will need to be cleaned over the years if they are used regularly.
To help gently and safely clean such optics, the Optical Wonder™ Set (Cleaning Fluid and Cloth) (#2905009 , € 21,- ) continues to be a popular choice.
The Optical Wonder set consists of 100ml of Optical Wonder cleaning fluid in a spray bottle and super microfiber 25cmx25cm soft cleaning cloth and working together will clean without scratching.
The fluid will safely remove dirt, oils and finger prints and dries without leaving any residue. It also forms a protective layer to protect the optical surface from the formation of bacteria and fungi too. The bottle uses fine sprayer so the liquid will last a long time. The microfiber cloth is soft so will not scratch optics and it also can be machine washed too.
Optical Wonder™ Set (Cleaning Fluid and Cloth) (#2905009 , € 21,- )
Filter Storage and organisation
Over a period of time you may accumulate many filters for visual and/or imaging use such as nebula/light pollution filters, colored filters for viewing the planets and narrowband filters for imaging.
For the astronomer who loves to keep things neat, tidy and organised, the Filterbox for all filters up to 50x50mm, stackable on all sides (#2459253 , € 7,- ) makes a thoughtful Christmas present.
They are designed to safely store and protect filters up to 65mmx65mm and features a clever modular design that allows the boxes to be stacked securely on all sides - both vertically on top of each other and/or side-by-side horizontally securely. The filter drawer has internal removable foam pads to protect the filter and there is a small lip on the front in order to pull the drawer open to easily acces the filter.
The boxes are the kind of practical accessory that brings peace of mind knowing your precious filters are safe and a touch of festive organization to any stargazer’s toolkit.
A cometary “highlighter”
Recently there have been a number of comets visible in the night sky such as Comet C/2025 ATLAS, C/2025 A6 Lemmon. There was also comet C/2024 G3 Atlas and C/2020 F3 Neowise which became visible to the naked eye in the summertime evenings.
Unlike broadband general-purpose filters, the Baader C2 Swan-Band Comet Filter, which is available in 1.25” and 2” sizes for visual and imaging use, has been specially produced which isolates the two brightest C2 emission lines at 511 nm and 514 nm, known as the Swan bands, while blocking the nearby OIII line that can otherwise dilute contrast. This selective transmission makes faint delicate gaseous structures stand out against the background sky.
For those interested in studying comets and are looking for a truly unique present this Christmas the Baader C2 Swan-Band filter could be for you!
Studying our Sun: Eclipses and solar observation
Although the Sun has just passed solar maximum, it will continue to be active for a while. This activity can be seen for example by the number of sunspots being visible on the Sun’s “surface” and auroral activity too. In 2026, 2027 and 2028 there will also be solar eclipses visible from Europe. The first of these in 2026 will be a total eclipse which will span from western Iceland down the Atlantic and across northern and central spain with totality lasting ~2m18s (Iceland region) to ~1m40s in Spain. With such solar activity and upcoming events this makes it a perfect time for solar observation!
Solar Eclipses in Spain – 2026, 2027 and 2028 18. June 2025 - For years now our colleagues have been hunting for the next Solar eclipse in the most remote places of the World. Please review our previous blog posts on AstroSolar.com, for example: 2015: Solar Eclipse Adventrue… Weiter lesenBaader Solar Viewer Glasses
The Baader Eclipse Solar Viewer Glasses are made with their renowned AstroSolar® Silver/Gold Film, offering crystal-clear, views of the Sun and the partial phases of a solar eclipse while blocking 100% of harmful UV and IR radiation. Lightweight, foldable, and CE/ISO certified, they’re the perfect companion for the upcoming solar eclipses.
They are available in three different designs - our standard and new neutral black and neutral white. Pop them into a Christmas stocking and you’ll be giving not just a gift, but a front-row seat to one of nature’s most spectacular shows.
Solar / Eclipse Viewer AstroSolar® Silver/Gold – Neutral Black (#2420003 , € 3.50 )
Solar / Eclipse Viewer AstroSolar® Silver/Gold – Neutral White (#2420002 , € 3.50 )
Baader Solar Projection Screen Viewer
The Baader Solar Projection Screen (BSPS) (#2420400 , € 39,- ) transforms solar observing into a safe experience turning the Sun into a crisp white-light image that can be enjoyed on your own or as a shared experience in groups.
Crafted as a clever cardboard kit with pre-cut parts and adhesive strips, the BSPS is both lightweight and sturdy, designed for quick assembly and easy use with refractor telescopes fitted with star diagonals. Once set up, it projects a bright solar disk—large enough for classrooms, outreach events, or casual backyard astronomy—revealing sunspots and solar activity in real time. Optimized for focal ratios of f/6 or slower, and compatible with Baader’s OPFA eyepiece projection adapters (other T-2 projection adaptors can also be used), it offers flexibility for different telescope setups while maintaining safety as its core principle. By shifting the act of solar viewing from a solitary pursuit to a communal one, the BSPS embodies Baader’s mission of making astronomy accessible, educational, and engaging for all. A great christmas gift for the avid solar astronomer!
Red-dot radiance for clear nights
The Sky Surfer V (Night & Day Design) Red-Dot-Finder (#2957315 , € 145,- ) is a versatile zero-power finderscope with a wide 40mm aperture that makes aiming effortless. By day, it doubles as a sighting tool for terrestrial use, while at night it projects a crisp, adjustable brightness red dot that helps you align your telescope with celestial targets in seconds. Its robust rugged water resistant, fog-proof and shockproof housing (originally designed for military field use) shields the multicoated optics from stray light and weather, ensuring reliable performance in all conditions. The finder comes with front and rear jump cover which, when both are closed, allow the finder to be used as a pin-hole projection solar finder. It comes with a bracket to fit most Celestron/SkyWatcher/Vixen finder bases and an additional base to fit onto additional other telescope tubes. Sky Surfer V's design and functionality accommodates both astronomical and daytime applications and it becomes a true “all-season navigator" for daylight exploration and starlit discovery.
Sky Surfer V (Night & Day Design) Red-Dot-Finder (#2957315 , € 145,- )
Celestial Carousel: Baader Q‑Turret and Eyepiece Collection
Our selected eyepiece offering for a Christmas gift is our Q-Turret Eyepiece Set (Eyepiece revolver, 3x Classic Ortho, 1x Classic Plössl, 1x Q-Barlow 2.25x) (#2957000 , € 280,- ) . Imagine your holiday stargazing wrapped in a touch of elegance: the Baader Q-Turret with Classic Ortho and Plössl eyepiece set is like a celestial carousel, ready to spin you from crisp planetary detail to wide-field wonder with a simple turn.
This thoughtfully designed kit combines three Baader Classic Orthoscopic eyepieces (6mm, 10mm, 18mm) with a 32mm Classic Plössl, plus the useful Q-Turret 4-eyepiece revolver and unique versatile 1.3x/2.25x Q-Barlow. The Q-turret allows you to rotate seamlessly between eyepieces, eliminating the hassle of swapping them in and out of your telescope focuser (and storing) during an observing session. Each eyepiece is fully multi-coated for high transmission ensuring bright, high contrast, sharp crisp views with excellent color fidelity. The Ortho’s are ideal for observing lunar detail and the planets, while the Plössl provides a lower power wider field of view for deep-sky exploration. With the included Barlow, the set expands to cover focal lengths from 2.7mm up to 32mm, offering a complete spectrum of magnifications in one package. The eyepieces and turret comes in a nicely designed colorful and elegant metal presentation storage box offering durable protection while letting you see the contents at a glance through its clear window. The Baader Q-Turret with Classic Ortho and Plössl eyepiece set is a versatile, all-in-one solution for effortless stargazing.
At the moment (and until 31st December) Baader eyepieces are on special offer with 20% off which represent a significant saving making it an ideal time to purchase for a festive present and add to your eyepiece collection.
Double the magic under the Christmas sky - Maxbright II Binoviewers
Using a telescope with a single eyepiece and one eye is the most common way of viewing the Moon, planets and deep sky objects. However being able to view celestial objects with two eyes provides a more natural, comfortable, and immersive experience and also can reduce eye strain and improve detail perception.
Give the gift of two-eyed stargazing this Christmas with the MaxBright® II Binoviewer – with Storage Case (#2456460 , € 479,- ) where they can transform ordinary telescope sessions into breathtakingly immersive experiences, delivering crisp high-contrast views of the Moon, planets and deep-sky objects with natural depth and comfort. The MKII model features include large 27mm prisms with 7-layer anti-reflection coatings on all glass-to-air surfaces and new ClickLock eyepiece clamps with dioptre adjustment. The binoviewers use the Baader Astro T-2 system to allow them to be connected to a telescope in many different ways such as with 1.25”/2” nosepiece, Zeiss micro-bayonet for quick release, or directly coupled to a Baader T-2 diagonal. They can be used with the Baader Glasspathcorrectors which removes colour aberrations caused by the binoviewer prisms when used with fast telescopes and they move the focus point outward allowing you to use the Binoviewers with telescopes that have short backfocus. The Maxbright II comes supplied with a case and Zeiss Microbayonet. They are also available in sets which include 1.25” or 2” nosepieces, diagonal, glasspathcorrectors and eyepieces.
Don't forget - you need to "double up" on your eyepieces for use with the binoviewer! The (currently on 20% off offer) Baader Morpheus eyepiece range with their long 20mm eye relief and 76 degree apparent field for immersive space-walk viewing were designed an optimized for binoviewing!
Wrapped up as a Christmas present, they’re not just an accessory—they’re a gateway to unforgettable nights of cosmic exploration.
