Felliscopio Observatory
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In the Apennine hills near Fanano, in the province of Modena, Italy, Felliscopio Observatory offers a dedicated spot for stargazing away from city lights.
About Felliscopio Observatory
Felliscopio is an Apennine observatory focused on public stargazing, forming part of a wider network of astronomical observatories across the Emilia-Romagna region.
Location & getting there
The observatory sits in the Apennine mountains near Fanano, in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy, in the Europe region overall.
Visiting Felliscopio Observatory
Check the observatory's official website for current opening times and stargazing session details before you travel up into the Apennines.
See your named star from here
The Apennine sky above Felliscopio is exactly the kind of dark, clear setting that suits picking out a star named through Star Register. Find your star's coordinates in the star catalogue first.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.
