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Linceo observatory

Spain · Europe
✦ 43.4644, -3.7974

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About this observatory

Linceo Observatory is an astronomical observatory in Cantabria, in northern Spain, set within the green, hilly landscape typical of the region.

About Linceo Observatory

Linceo Observatory is recorded as an astronomical observatory located in Cantabria. Verified public details about its founders, instruments, or operating organisation are limited.

Location & getting there

The observatory lies in Cantabria, a coastal and mountainous region of northern Spain known for its relatively dark, rural night skies away from the larger coastal cities.

Visiting Linceo Observatory

Because confirmed visiting information isn't currently available, anyone hoping to visit should search for the latest details online or ask local astronomy groups in Cantabria before travelling.

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Opening hours

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Frequently asked questions
It is in Cantabria, in northern Spain.
Confirmed public visiting information is not currently available, so check locally before planning a trip.
It sits within Cantabria, a mountainous, rural region of northern Spain known for dark night skies.
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