Couvaloup de St-Cergue observatory
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Couvaloup de St-Cergue Observatory is located near St-Cergue, in the Jura mountains of Switzerland, close to the French border.
About Couvaloup de St-Cergue Observatory
Public information about this specific site is limited, and no confirmed details about its founding, instruments, or operating group are currently available. Couvaloup is a landmark area near St-Cergue on the northern slopes of La Dôle, a well-known spot for hikers and skiers as well as, in this case, an observing site.
Location & getting there
The St-Cergue area sits high in the Jura mountains, on the Swiss side near the French border, at elevation that generally gives clearer, darker skies than the lower valleys around Geneva.
Visiting Couvaloup de St-Cergue Observatory
No official website or opening-hours information is currently available for this observatory. Search for its current status or a local astronomy club before planning a visit.
See your named star from here
At any active observatory, staff can point a telescope at the exact coordinates on your star naming certificate. Check the star catalogue to find your star's designation first.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.
