Astronomical Observatory named after Professor Robert Głębocki

The Astronomical Observatory named after Professor Robert Głębocki sits in Gdańsk, on Poland's Baltic coast, and has introduced local residents and visitors to the night sky since 2009.

About the observatory

The observatory is run by the Gdańska Fundacja Oświatowa (GFO), a Gdańsk educational foundation, and honours Professor Robert Głębocki, a specialist in astrophysics. It was established to give schools and the public in the Tri-City area direct access to astronomical observation rather than leaving stargazing to textbooks alone.

History

The observatory opened on 30 August 2009 under the auspices of the GFO, which continues to operate the facility and its education programmes today.

Location & getting there

The observatory is located in Gdańsk, Poland, making it an easy stop for anyone exploring the city or the wider Pomeranian coast. Check the observatory's own website before visiting for the current address and access details, since opening times can vary with the season and with school programme bookings.

Visiting

As a foundation-run facility aimed largely at educational groups, it's worth contacting the observatory or checking its website in advance to confirm whether a session is open to individual visitors on the date you plan to come.

See your named star from here

If you've named a star through Star Register, an observatory like this one can point a telescope at its exact right ascension and declination, turning a certificate into a real view of the night sky. Browse the star catalogue to find coordinates for a star you'd like to see.