Planned: Rocket launches
2025-05-20 – 2025-05-24
Two rocket launches are planned at Esrange Space Center in the period 20th to 24th of May 2025. The rockets are planned to impact in Zone A, but could also impact in Extended Zone A or Zone B. It is prohibited by law to stay in Zone A during rocket launches from Esrange.
Please open the link below to find more information.
| Mission: | SERENDIPITY |
| Affected Zones: | Zone A, Zone B |
| Affected Times: | 04:00 - 16:00 |
Ongoing: Rocket Engine Tests
Multiple rocket engine tests will be conducted daily at Esrange Space Center between 1st of December 2024 until 31st of May 2025. Risks for loud noise, debris and over-pressures close to the outer fence of Esrange. For more information, please open the safety message below.
| Mission | Rocket Engine Tests |
| Affected Zones | Zone A1 |
Planned: Raketuppskjutningar
2025-05-20 – 2025-05-24
Två raketuppskjutningar är planerade från Esrange från 20:e till 24:e maj 2025. Raketerna beräknas landa i Zon A, men kan även landa i Utvidgade Zon A eller Zon B. Det är förbjudet att vistas i Zon A vid raketuppskjutningar.
Öppna det förberedande meddelandet nedan för mer information.
| Mission: | SERENDIPITY |
| Zoner som påverkas: | Zon A, Zon B |
| Tidsperiod: | 04:00 - 16:00 |
Ongoing: Raketmotortester
Ett flertal raketmotortester kommer att utföras dagligen på Esrange Space Center mellan 1a december 2024 – 31a maj 2025. Risk för höga ljud, splitter och övertryck nära Esrange yttre staket. För mer information, öppna säkerhetsmeddelandet nedan.
| Mission | Raketmotortest |
| Zoner som påverkas | Zon A1 |
Questions and Answers
- During a rocket launch: outside Zone A or extended Zone A (if that is in use). See zone A map.
- During a rocket motor test: outside Zone A1. See zone A1 map.
Please check the latest safety messages on this page before entering the area.
No. Look east if you want to see the rocket.
It is not allowed to be in the Visitor Center during a rocket launch. Leave to get outside of the Zone A. See zone map.
Yes, but be aware of the warning messages on the radio when a rocket launch will occur (Radio Norrbotten P4 on the Kiruna FM transmitter 102.7 MHz).
Zones A and Extended Zone A are forbidden areas when activated (when the sirens sound). See zone map.
No, Esrange is a civil protection area and it is prohibited to photograph.
Short repeated signals mean danger and that you must leave the area. Continuous signal means the danger is over.
Start to walk away from the zone. See zone map.
Don’t touch it or go too close. Note the coordinates for the position, if possible take a picture and then call +46 (0)980 72 000 for further instructions. A reward will be given to the first person who reports a finding of rocket parts or payload components.
Yes, we live-stream some of the launches on our Youtube channel: SSC on Youtube
You will find the list on our Rocket and Balloon Activities page.
It depends on the rocket, but usually it flies up to 250 km in altitude and impacts 70 km north of Esrange.
It is prohibited to operate drones within the Esrange area. Should any drones be detected, the authorities will be notified immediately, and your drone will be confiscated. Additionally, photographing or filming with drones is strictly forbidden, as Esrange is designated as a civil protected area by law.
Please note that there are restrictions on drone flights within the entire Esrange landing area north of Esrange Space Center (ES R01 and ES R01A). For more information, see LFV’s drone map.
When no campaigns are ongoing. Please check the latest Safety Information on top of this page.
Check this page. We also list upcoming and completed launches on the Rocket and Balloon Activities page.