Asterion Observatorium

Asterion Observatorium is an astronomy observatory and amateur astronomy club affiliated with Petrozavodsk State University in Petrozavodsk, Russia. Officially opened in October 2008, the facility serves both the university community and the broader public with educational programs and observational astronomy activities.

About Asterion Observatory

Named after Asterios, the observatory functions as both a research and educational platform. It provides amateur astronomers and the general public with opportunities to observe the night sky and learn about celestial phenomena. The facility integrates with the university's academic mission while remaining open to community engagement.

Location & getting there

The observatory is situated in Petrozavodsk at coordinates 61°46'20.60"N, 34°16'54.08"E, at an elevation of 143 meters above sea level. Petrozavodsk, the capital of Karelia, is located in northwestern Russia on the shores of Lake Onega.

Visiting Asterion Observatorium

For current information about public observing sessions, visiting hours, membership, and educational programs, contact the observatory directly through its website or reach out to Petrozavodsk State University's department of astronomy and space sciences.

See your named star from here

Through Asterion's telescopes, you can locate and observe your named star by its celestial coordinates. The observatory's commitment to public astronomy makes it an accessible venue for connecting with the cosmos.