Hornsund Magnetic Observatory
Satellite imagery: Esri, Maxar, Earthstar Geographics
Hornsund Magnetic Observatory is a magnetic observatory near Hornsund, in the Svalbard archipelago, Norway, located at approximately 77°N, 15.37°E.
About Hornsund Magnetic Observatory
Hornsund Magnetic Observatory is recorded as a magnetic observatory near Hornsund, in the Svalbard archipelago. Detailed public information on its operators, instruments and history is limited.
Location & getting there
The observatory's coordinates place it in the far north, within the Svalbard archipelago administered by Norway.
Visiting Hornsund Magnetic Observatory
No public visiting details are currently documented; this is a remote polar location, so anyone interested should check with polar research institutes for current access before planning a trip.
See your named star from here
Svalbard's long polar nights make its skies a striking place to look for a star named through Star Register. Browse the star catalogue for its exact coordinates.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.
