Fritz-Weithas-Sternwarte
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Fritz-Weithas-Sternwarte is a public observatory in Neumarkt, Bavaria, Germany, sitting at 595 metres above sea level. It has welcomed local stargazers since 1969.
About Fritz-Weithas-Sternwarte
The observatory is run by the Bayerische Volkssternwarte Neumarkt e.V. (Bavarian Public Observatory Neumarkt), a volunteer astronomy association dedicated to bringing the night sky to the public.
History
Fritz-Weithas-Sternwarte was founded in 1969 and has since served the Neumarkt region as a hub for amateur and public astronomy.
Location & getting there
The observatory sits at 595 metres elevation in Neumarkt, Germany, in Europe. Visitors planning a trip should check the official website for the current address and directions before setting out.
Visiting Fritz-Weithas-Sternwarte
The Bayerische Volkssternwarte Neumarkt hosts observation evenings, lectures, astrophotography exhibitions and school tours. Opening hours vary by season and event, so it's best to check the observatory's website or call ahead before visiting.
See your named star from here
Because Fritz-Weithas-Sternwarte's volunteers are used to pointing their telescopes at specific sky coordinates for outreach events, a star named through Star Register can, in principle, be located from here using its right ascension and declination. Browse the naming packages or explore the star catalogue to find a star to name.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check the official website and Google Maps for current times before you travel.
