Discover the Calar Alto sky

Discover the Calar Alto sky

Astronomical observation night activity with portable telescopes

Explore one of the darkest skies in Europe with our astronomers.

The Calar Alto observatory is located in a privileged place where the night sky is protected by law, since exceptional conditions exist here for its scientific study.

Taking advantage of these particular conditions, we offer you a special guided tour of the universe. Through the observation of the night sky, we will learn about the science that is carried out in the observatory so that we can reach a better understanding of the universe that surrounds us.

Content:

We will begin with an introductory talk at the observatory facilities, in which we will learn about astrophysics research from Calar Alto, followed by an interpreted observation of the night sky with portable telescopes in the surroundings of the observatory.

Important:

• In this activity, the facilities are not visited, as they coincide with the scientific operation of the telescopes. If you want to visit one of the professional telescopes, you must go to the normal daytime visit
• The minimum age for admission to the activity is 7 years.

Meeting Point:

Visitors’ reception center at the western entrance to the observatory. See Plane.