Into the Deep

Polarstern's mission to uncover the mysteries of our oceans

In collaboration with

Federal Ministry of Education and Research

Set Sail for Antarctica

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Seven Weeks at Sea

What the scientists experience during their stormy weeks at sea

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One of the Most Powerful Polar Exploration Vessels in the World

A double-walled icebreaker that can work at outdoor temperatures down to -50°C

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Hard Work on Deck

Explore how the scientists and the crew of "Polarstern" work on board

Since 1982, international teams of scientists on the Polarstern have been investigating the atmosphere, sea ice, and ocean, and the seabed in the polar regions.

Smoke in the Water

Discover what Polarstern found at the bottom of the ocean

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Exploring the Deep Sea

Discover Black and White Smokers

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How Cameras See in the Dark Waters

Meet MARUM-QUEST 4000, the diving robot

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Ping! Surveying the Sea Floor

Sonar scanning the depths

Underwater Black Smokers

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Shimmering Waters

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