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Brignoles observatory

France · Europe
✦ 43.4012, 6.0599

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About this observatory

Brignoles observatory is an astronomical observatory in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, southern France.

About Brignoles observatory

Detailed public records specific to the observatory's founding, operator, and instruments are limited. The site lies in a part of Provence recognised for its astronomy tourism and dark, star-filled skies.

Location & getting there

Brignoles observatory sits in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France, in the Europe region — a part of Provence known locally as “Provence étoilée,” home to Europe's first dark sky reserve. Use the map and directions button on this page for current travel guidance.

Visiting Brignoles observatory

Public visiting information for this specific site isn't widely published, so check for current local listings before planning a trip.

See your named star from here

Under Provence's protected dark skies, a named star is easier to pick out than almost anywhere else in Europe. Browse the star catalogue to find the coordinates of yours.

Opening hours

Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.

Frequently asked questions
It is located in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, in the Var département of southern France.
Yes, this part of Provence is known for its dark, star-filled skies and is close to Europe's first dark sky reserve.
Detailed public visiting information isn't widely published; check for current local listings before travelling.
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