Elsterland Observatory
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Elsterland Observatory stands near Schönewalde and Jessnigk in Brandenburg, Germany, run by the amateur astronomy group AstroTeam Elbe-Elster e.V.
About Elsterland Observatory
The observatory was established on 21 April 2009 at an elevation of 87 metres and is registered with the Minor Planet Center under the code K59. It is operated by AstroTeam Elbe-Elster e.V., a regional astronomy association, which also maintains an on-site weather station for atmospheric monitoring.
Location & getting there
The observatory is located near Schönewalde and Jessnigk, in Brandenburg, Germany, at an elevation of 87 metres, near coordinates 51.75°N, 13.28°E.
Visiting Elsterland Observatory
The operating group's website is linked to the Herzberger Teleskoptreffen, a regional telescope meeting, reflecting the observatory's roots in amateur astronomy. Check with AstroTeam Elbe-Elster e.V. directly for current visiting arrangements.
See your named star from here
An amateur observatory with its own weather station knows exactly how important clear conditions are for finding a single point in the sky - the same precision behind a named star's right ascension and declination. Browse the catalogue to name one.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.
