Bremen observatory

Bremen observatory is an astronomical observatory located in Bremen, the historic Hanseatic city in northern Germany.

About Bremen observatory

Bremen has a long-standing connection to astronomy: the city is the birthplace of Heinrich Wilhelm Olbers (1758–1840), the doctor and astronomer after whom the city's planetarium is named. Detailed public records specific to this observatory's own founding, operator, and instruments are limited.

Location & getting there

The observatory sits in Bremen, in the Europe region of Germany. Use the map and directions button on this page for current travel information.

Visiting Bremen observatory

Public visiting details for this specific site aren't widely published; check for current local listings, or look into Bremen's other astronomy venues, before planning a visit.

See your named star from here

Bremen's astronomical heritage runs deep, and a named star can be found from here just like anywhere else with a clear night sky. Browse the star catalogue to locate yours.