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Homburg-Erbach observatory

Germany · Europe
✦ 49.3317, 7.3331

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About this observatory

Homburg-Erbach Observatory is a small astronomical observatory in Germany, registered with the international Minor Planet Center under observatory code 196.

About Homburg-Erbach Observatory

Public information about Homburg-Erbach Observatory is limited. Its Minor Planet Center listing confirms it as a working astronomical site used for astrometric observations, though details of its operator, founding date, and instruments are not widely published.

Location & getting there

The observatory is located in Germany, in the Europe region, based on its recorded coordinates.

Visiting Homburg-Erbach Observatory

As details of public access are not documented, check locally or with regional astronomy societies before planning a visit to Homburg-Erbach Observatory.

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Opening hours

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Frequently asked questions
In Germany; further location detail beyond its coordinates isn't publicly documented.
It's registered with the Minor Planet Center under observatory code 196, confirming it as a working astrometric observing site.
Public access details aren't documented; check locally before planning a visit.
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