Johannes-Kepler-Sternwarte
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Johannes-Kepler-Sternwarte sits on the Freinberg at the southern edge of Linz, Upper Austria, the only publicly accessible observatory in the region's central area.
About Johannes-Kepler-Sternwarte
The observatory opened in 1983 as the Volkssternwarte Linz (Linz People's Observatory) and was renamed Johannes-Kepler-Sternwarte in 1993, on its tenth anniversary, in honour of the astronomer Johannes Kepler, who lived in Linz between 1612 and 1626. It is run by an amateur astronomical association.
Telescopes & research
Since 2000, the main instrument has been a computer-controlled Cassegrain reflector with a 500mm aperture and 5-metre focal length, mounted on a fork designed by Rudolf Pressberger.
Location & getting there
The observatory stands roughly 2km west of the Linz city centre and is easily reached by public transportation.
Visiting Johannes-Kepler-Sternwarte
The observatory runs public sky observations, tours, and astronomical lectures and courses. Check the official website for the current schedule before visiting.
See your named star from here
The computer-controlled telescope here can be pointed to precise sky coordinates, including those of a named star. Find any star's right ascension and declination in the star catalogue.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.
