Malina River observatory
Satellite imagery: Esri, Maxar, Earthstar Geographics
Malina River observatory is a small astronomical station in Povoletto, in Italy's Friuli-Venezia Giulia region, named for the nearby Malina River.
About Malina River observatory
The observatory is registered with the Unione Astrofili Italiani (Italian Astronomical Association) under the designation B90, placing it among the country's network of amateur and semi-professional observing stations in the northeast.
Location & getting there
It sits in Povoletto, a comune in the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region of northeastern Italy, close to the Malina River from which it takes its name.
Visiting Malina River observatory
No public opening hours or booking details are published for this site; anyone hoping to visit should check with the Unione Astrofili Italiani or local astronomy associations before planning a trip.
See your named star from here
Wherever a telescope is set up, the coordinates of a named star don't change. If you've named a star with Star Register, its right ascension and declination can guide an observer here or anywhere else — take a look at our star catalogue for inspiration.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.
