Bernezzo observatory
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Bernezzo observatory is a small astronomical facility in Piedmont, in northwestern Italy, listed among the region's registered observation sites.
About Bernezzo observatory
The observatory holds Minor Planet Center code C77 and appears in Italian and international directories of astronomical facilities in the Piedmont region. Detailed public information about its history, instruments or operating group has not been published, which is common among smaller amateur-run stations that register with the Minor Planet Center mainly to contribute observation data rather than to attract visitors.
Location & getting there
Bernezzo observatory is located near 44.385°N, 7.454°E in Piedmont, Italy, part of the Europe section of Star Register's observatories directory. The area sits in the foothills below the Cottian and Maritime Alps, offering darker skies than Italy's larger cities.
Visiting Bernezzo observatory
No public opening hours or tour information have been found for this site. If you're planning to visit, check with local Piedmont astronomy associations or search current listings before travelling.
See your named star from here
Wherever a telescope can be pointed at precise sky coordinates — including at an observatory in Piedmont — a star named through Star Register can be found using its certificate details. Name a star or browse the catalogue.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.