Žďár nad Sázavou Observatory
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Žďár nad Sázavou Observatory is located in and around the town of Žďár nad Sázavou, in the Vysočina Region of the Czech Republic. Detailed public information about the observatory itself is limited, but its home town is a well-known regional hub.
About Žďár nad Sázavou Observatory
Public information specifically about this observatory's history, instruments and programme is limited. Star Register lists it here as a real, identifiable observatory site; if you plan to visit, we recommend checking with local astronomy clubs or the town of Žďár nad Sázavou directly for current details.
Location & getting there
Žďár nad Sázavou is a town of around 20,000 people in the Vysočina Region of the Czech Republic, also home to the UNESCO-listed Pilgrimage Church of Saint John of Nepomuk. The observatory lies within this area of the Czech countryside.
Visiting Žďár nad Sázavou Observatory
As opening hours and public access are not well documented, it is best to check locally or search online for the observatory's current programme before travelling.
See your named star from here
Wherever a telescope is available, a named star's coordinates can be found and viewed. If you've named a star for someone, browse the star catalogue to locate it in the sky.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.
