Ourense observatory

Ourense Observatory is an astronomical observatory in the province of Ourense, in the Galicia region of northwestern Spain, built to take advantage of the area's clear, dark skies.

About Ourense Observatory

Known locally as the Trevinca Astronomical Observatory (Observatorio Astronómico de Trevinca), the site is home to two domes and eight telescopes, including a robotic Ritchey-Chrétien instrument, two apochromatic refractors in the 100–150mm range, a dedicated solar telescope, and four Dobsonian telescopes for visitor viewing. A planetarium on site adds an indoor stargazing option for cloudy nights.

History

The observatory was inaugurated on 29 November 2021 in the municipality of A Veiga, part of a wider push to develop the Trevinca area's reputation for astrotourism; the region was designated a Starlight Tourist Destination in 2015.

Location & getting there

Ourense Observatory sits in Europe, in the mountainous Trevinca area of Galicia, Spain, an area valued for its high altitude, minimal light pollution, and clear climate.

Visiting Ourense Observatory

The observatory and its planetarium are built for public visits as part of the Trevinca area's astrotourism offering. Check current tour times and booking details with the local tourism office before you travel.

See your named star from here

With eight telescopes covering everything from the Sun to deep sky objects, Ourense Observatory is exactly the kind of place where a star named through Star Register can be pointed out in the night sky. Name a star and find its coordinates in our catalogue.