Arroyo Observatory

Arroyo Observatory is an astronomical research facility located in Spain at latitude 38.10 degrees north and longitude -1.68 degrees west. The observatory participates in international astronomical research programmes and contributes to our understanding of Solar System objects.

About Arroyo Observatory

The facility operates as a research institution focused on astronomical observation and study. Arroyo Observatory has contributed to scientific publications and collaborative projects in astronomy, particularly involving observations of asteroids and other celestial bodies.

Research Activities

Arroyo Observatory participates in detection and characterization studies of asteroids, including work on binary asteroid candidates identified through stellar occultations. The observatory's contributions to scientific literature demonstrate its role in advancing asteroid science and related fields of astronomy.

Location & Getting There

Located in the Murcia region of southeastern Spain, the observatory sits in an area with good atmospheric conditions for astronomical work. The location provides access to the Spanish night sky and participation in European and international observing networks.

Visiting Arroyo Observatory

As a research institution, Arroyo Observatory operates primarily for scientific work and observation. For inquiries about research collaboration, visiting researcher opportunities, or public information, contact local Spanish astronomy societies or check regional astronomical resources.

See Your Named Star from Here

With proper telescope access, a named star from our star-naming packages can be located and observed using its RA and Dec coordinates. Explore our star catalogue to find your named star and discover how it might be studied from Spanish observatories.